Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1395cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 46,539 miles on the clock, averaging 3,544 miles per year, well 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 MB08 BYB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,539 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,379 |
| Average per year | 3,544 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | MB08 BYB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MB — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MB08 BYB
What car is MB08 BYB?
MB08 BYB is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Manchester in 2013.
What is the mileage of MB08 BYB?
The last recorded mileage for MB08 BYB was 46,539 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MB08 BYB passed its MOT?
MB08 BYB has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2025.
Is MB08 BYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MB08 BYB 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 MB08 BYB?
MB08 BYB is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.