Vehicle summary
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 133,703 miles on the clock, averaging 9,827 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 GY13 CUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,703 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,963 |
| Average per year | 9,827 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | GY13 CUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About GY13 CUW
What car is GY13 CUW?
GY13 CUW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2013.
What is the mileage of GY13 CUW?
The last recorded mileage for GY13 CUW was 133,703 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY13 CUW passed its MOT?
GY13 CUW has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2026.
Is GY13 CUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY13 CUW 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 GY13 CUW?
GY13 CUW is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.