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LM13 YUO

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

White Registered in Stanmore, London · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourWhite
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 81,601 miles on the clock, averaging 6,418 miles per year, below 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 LM13 YUO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
81,601
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2016
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,418

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading81,601 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,747
Average per year6,418
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM13 YUO 20k36k51k66k82k '16'25'20

Check LM13 YUO

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,601 miles
Since last MOT+3,747 miles
PASS
Mileage77,854 miles
Since last MOT+3,923 miles
PASS
Mileage73,931 miles
Since last MOT+6,668 miles
PASS
Mileage67,263 miles
Since last MOT+5,332 miles
PASS
Mileage61,931 miles
Since last MOT+5,638 miles
PASS
Mileage56,293 miles
Since last MOT+8,634 miles
PASS
Mileage47,659 miles
Since last MOT+6,313 miles
PASS
Mileage41,346 miles
Since last MOT+10,437 miles
PASS
Mileage30,909 miles
Since last MOT+10,654 miles
PASS
Mileage20,255 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,255 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

RegistrationLM13 YUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About LM13 YUO

What car is LM13 YUO?

LM13 YUO is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2013.

What is the mileage of LM13 YUO?

The last recorded mileage for LM13 YUO was 81,601 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM13 YUO passed its MOT?

LM13 YUO has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Dec 2025.

Is LM13 YUO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM13 YUO 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 LM13 YUO?

LM13 YUO is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.