Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 115,863 miles on the clock, averaging 8,795 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 LU02 CAL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 115,863 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,795 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | LU02 CAL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LU — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About LU02 CAL
What car is LU02 CAL?
LU02 CAL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2013.
What is the mileage of LU02 CAL?
The last recorded mileage for LU02 CAL was 115,863 miles, recorded on 22 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LU02 CAL passed its MOT?
LU02 CAL has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2026.
Is LU02 CAL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LU02 CAL 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 LU02 CAL?
LU02 CAL is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.