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NL13 WLK

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Newcastle, North · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 90,731 miles on the clock, averaging 5,949 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 NL13 WLK

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
90,731
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2016
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,949

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 reading90,731 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,742
Average per year5,949
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NL13 WLK 31k46k61k76k91k '16'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,731 miles
Since last MOT+9,742 miles
PASS
Mileage80,989 miles
Since last MOT+91 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,898 miles
Since last MOT+8,605 miles
PASS
Mileage72,293 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,293 miles
Since last MOT+4,629 miles
PASS
Mileage67,664 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,664 miles
Since last MOT+3,104 miles
PASS
Mileage64,560 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,559 miles
Since last MOT+2,512 miles
PASS
Mileage62,047 miles
Since last MOT+1,159 miles
PASS
Mileage60,888 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,888 miles
Since last MOT+3,121 miles
PASS
Mileage57,767 miles
Since last MOT+3,851 miles
PASS
Mileage53,916 miles
Since last MOT+8,953 miles
PASS
Mileage44,963 miles
Since last MOT+13,655 miles
PASS
Mileage31,308 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

RegistrationNL13 WLK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeNL — Newcastle, North
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About NL13 WLK

What car is NL13 WLK?

NL13 WLK is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2013.

What is the mileage of NL13 WLK?

The last recorded mileage for NL13 WLK was 90,731 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NL13 WLK passed its MOT?

NL13 WLK has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2026.

Is NL13 WLK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL13 WLK 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 NL13 WLK?

NL13 WLK is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.