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LY13 NWE

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

White Registered in Sidcup, 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 111,630 miles on the clock, averaging 8,597 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 LY13 NWE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
111,630
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2016
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,597

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading111,630 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,427
Average per year8,597
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LY13 NWE 29k50k70k91k112k '16'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,630 miles
Since last MOT+5,427 miles
PASS
Mileage106,203 miles
Since last MOT+5,117 miles
PASS
Mileage101,086 miles
Since last MOT+8,126 miles
PASS
Mileage92,960 miles
Since last MOT+9,843 miles
PASS
Mileage83,117 miles
Since last MOT+11,150 miles
PASS
Mileage71,967 miles
Since last MOT+9,201 miles
PASS
Mileage62,766 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,766 miles
Since last MOT+11,966 miles
PASS
Mileage50,800 miles
Since last MOT+19,013 miles
PASS
Mileage31,787 miles
Since last MOT+2,667 miles
PASS
Mileage29,120 miles
Since last MOT+250 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,870 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

RegistrationLY13 NWE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeLY — Sidcup, London
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About LY13 NWE

What car is LY13 NWE?

LY13 NWE is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2013.

What is the mileage of LY13 NWE?

The last recorded mileage for LY13 NWE was 111,630 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LY13 NWE passed its MOT?

LY13 NWE has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2026.

Is LY13 NWE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LY13 NWE 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 LY13 NWE?

LY13 NWE is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.