Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1395cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 141,434 miles on the clock, averaging 11,568 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for GK13 XMJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,434 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,234 |
| Average per year | 11,568 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK13 XMJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About GK13 XMJ
What car is GK13 XMJ?
GK13 XMJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2013.
What is the mileage of GK13 XMJ?
The last recorded mileage for GK13 XMJ was 141,434 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK13 XMJ passed its MOT?
GK13 XMJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Jun 2026.
Is GK13 XMJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK13 XMJ 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 GK13 XMJ?
GK13 XMJ is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.