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PL13 BJY

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 86,981 miles on the clock, averaging 12,949 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 PL13 BJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,981
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2016
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
12,949

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 reading86,981 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,344
Average per year12,949
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PL13 BJY 29k43k58k72k87k '16'21'19

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,981 miles
Since last MOT+12,344 miles
PASS
Mileage74,637 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,637 miles
Since last MOT+21,691 miles
PASS
Mileage52,946 miles
Since last MOT+12,949 miles
PASS
Mileage39,997 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,997 miles
Since last MOT+11,097 miles
PASS
Mileage28,900 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

RegistrationPL13 BJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About PL13 BJY

What car is PL13 BJY?

PL13 BJY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2013.

What is the mileage of PL13 BJY?

The last recorded mileage for PL13 BJY was 86,981 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL13 BJY passed its MOT?

PL13 BJY has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2021.

Is PL13 BJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL13 BJY 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 PL13 BJY?

PL13 BJY is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.