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FY13 KME

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 103,278 miles on the clock, averaging 7,065 miles per year, below 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 FY13 KME

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,278
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2016
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
7,065

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading103,278 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,957
Average per year7,065
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FY13 KME 44k59k74k89k103k '16'24'20

Check FY13 KME

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,278 miles
Since last MOT+10,957 miles
PASS
Mileage92,321 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,321 miles
Since last MOT+4,613 miles
PASS
Mileage87,708 miles
Since last MOT+4,463 miles
PASS
Mileage83,245 miles
Since last MOT+7,547 miles
PASS
Mileage75,698 miles
Since last MOT+8,641 miles
PASS
Mileage67,057 miles
Since last MOT+9,695 miles
PASS
Mileage57,362 miles
Since last MOT+13,009 miles
PASS
Mileage44,353 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

RegistrationFY13 KME
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About FY13 KME

What car is FY13 KME?

FY13 KME is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2013.

What is the mileage of FY13 KME?

The last recorded mileage for FY13 KME was 103,278 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY13 KME passed its MOT?

FY13 KME has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Aug 2024.

Is FY13 KME ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY13 KME 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 FY13 KME?

FY13 KME is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.