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LO13 LTA

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 173,852 miles on the clock, averaging 12,917 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for LO13 LTA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
173,852
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2016
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
12,917

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,852 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,917
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LO13 LTA 53k83k113k144k174k '16'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,852 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,852 miles
Since last MOT+17,671 miles
PASS
Mileage156,181 miles
Since last MOT+15,570 miles
PASS
Mileage140,611 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,610 miles
Since last MOT+17,637 miles
PASS
Mileage122,973 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,973 miles
Since last MOT+16,897 miles
PASS
Mileage106,076 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,076 miles
Since last MOT+20,077 miles
PASS
Mileage85,999 miles
Since last MOT+9,060 miles
PASS
Mileage76,939 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,939 miles
Since last MOT+5,938 miles
PASS
Mileage71,001 miles
Since last MOT+8,706 miles
PASS
Mileage62,295 miles
Since last MOT+9,496 miles
PASS
Mileage52,799 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO13 LTA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeLO — Stanmore, London
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About LO13 LTA

What car is LO13 LTA?

LO13 LTA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2013.

What is the mileage of LO13 LTA?

The last recorded mileage for LO13 LTA was 173,852 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LO13 LTA passed its MOT?

LO13 LTA has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2025.

Is LO13 LTA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LO13 LTA 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 LO13 LTA?

LO13 LTA is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.