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 Petrol 1380cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 92,943 miles on the clock, averaging 6,735 miles per year, below 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 LA13 TCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 92,943 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,714 |
| Average per year | 6,735 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 | LA13 TCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1380cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About LA13 TCU
What car is LA13 TCU?
LA13 TCU is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1380cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2013.
What is the mileage of LA13 TCU?
The last recorded mileage for LA13 TCU was 92,943 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA13 TCU passed its MOT?
LA13 TCU has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2026.
Is LA13 TCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA13 TCU 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 LA13 TCU?
LA13 TCU is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.