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FY13 RBV

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
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 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 137,248 miles on the clock, averaging 8,472 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for FY13 RBV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
137,248
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2016
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,472

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading137,248 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,472
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY13 RBV 57k77k97k117k137k '16'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,248 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,248 miles
Since last MOT+1,634 miles
PASS
Mileage135,614 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,614 miles
Since last MOT+7,264 miles
PASS
Mileage128,350 miles
Since last MOT+8,549 miles
PASS
Mileage119,801 miles
Since last MOT+12,450 miles
PASS
Mileage107,351 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,348 miles
Since last MOT+25,015 miles
PASS
Mileage82,333 miles
Since last MOT+6,303 miles
PASS
Mileage76,030 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,030 miles
Since last MOT+1,640 miles
PASS
Mileage74,390 miles
Since last MOT+8,088 miles
PASS
Mileage66,302 miles
Since last MOT+9,799 miles
PASS
Mileage56,503 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY13 RBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About FY13 RBV

What car is FY13 RBV?

FY13 RBV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2013.

What is the mileage of FY13 RBV?

The last recorded mileage for FY13 RBV was 137,248 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY13 RBV passed its MOT?

FY13 RBV has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2026.

Is FY13 RBV ULEZ compliant?

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

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