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KS13 SYJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 115,354 miles on the clock, averaging 13,958 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 KS13 SYJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,354
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2016
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
13,958

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading115,354 miles
Reading date
Miles last year44,707
Average per year13,958
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KS13 SYJ 15k40k65k90k115k '16'23'20

Check KS13 SYJ

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,354 miles
Since last MOT+44,707 miles
PASS
Mileage70,647 miles
Since last MOT+6,580 miles
PASS
Mileage64,067 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,067 miles
Since last MOT+10,894 miles
PASS
Mileage53,173 miles
Since last MOT+11,494 miles
PASS
Mileage41,679 miles
Since last MOT+12,368 miles
PASS
Mileage29,311 miles
Since last MOT+10,323 miles
PASS
Mileage18,988 miles
Since last MOT+3,836 miles
PASS
Mileage15,152 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS13 SYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeKS — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About KS13 SYJ

What car is KS13 SYJ?

KS13 SYJ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2013.

What is the mileage of KS13 SYJ?

The last recorded mileage for KS13 SYJ was 115,354 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KS13 SYJ passed its MOT?

KS13 SYJ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Aug 2023.

Is KS13 SYJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS13 SYJ 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 KS13 SYJ?

KS13 SYJ is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.