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 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 180,215 miles on the clock, averaging 7,632 miles per year, around 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 LFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 180,215 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27,685 |
| Average per year | 7,632 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 LFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 LFV
What car is GY13 LFV?
GY13 LFV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2013.
What is the mileage of GY13 LFV?
The last recorded mileage for GY13 LFV was 180,215 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY13 LFV passed its MOT?
GY13 LFV has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2020.
Is GY13 LFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY13 LFV 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 LFV?
GY13 LFV is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.