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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 73,165 miles on the clock, averaging 5,568 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for GF13 YAV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 73,165 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,055 |
| Average per year | 5,568 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GF13 YAV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About GF13 YAV
What car is GF13 YAV?
GF13 YAV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2013.
What is the mileage of GF13 YAV?
The last recorded mileage for GF13 YAV was 73,165 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF13 YAV passed its MOT?
GF13 YAV has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2026.
Is GF13 YAV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF13 YAV is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GF13 YAV?
GF13 YAV is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.