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FV13 WJY

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 149,086 miles on the clock, averaging 13,835 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for FV13 WJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,086
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2016
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
13,835

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading149,086 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,835
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FV13 WJY 35k63k92k121k149k '16'24'20

Check FV13 WJY

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,086 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,086 miles
Since last MOT+15,524 miles
PASS
Mileage133,562 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,562 miles
Since last MOT+17,643 miles
PASS
Mileage115,919 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,919 miles
Since last MOT+15,525 miles
PASS
Mileage100,394 miles
Since last MOT+13,116 miles
PASS
Mileage87,278 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,277 miles
Since last MOT+19,880 miles
PASS
Mileage67,397 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,397 miles
Since last MOT+10,158 miles
PASS
Mileage57,239 miles
Since last MOT+4,806 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,433 miles
Since last MOT+8,578 miles
PASS
Mileage43,855 miles
Since last MOT+8,980 miles
PASS
Mileage34,875 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)

Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).

Window regulators (driver's door mainly)

Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).

Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)

Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).

ABS sensor/module faults

Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 WJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About FV13 WJY

What car is FV13 WJY?

FV13 WJY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2013.

What is the mileage of FV13 WJY?

The last recorded mileage for FV13 WJY was 149,086 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV13 WJY passed its MOT?

FV13 WJY has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2024.

Is FV13 WJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV13 WJY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FV13 WJY?

FV13 WJY is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.