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RE13 SZC

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 120,948 miles on the clock, averaging 9,943 miles per year, above 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 RE13 SZC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
120,948
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2016
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
9,943

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading120,948 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,197
Average per year9,943
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RE13 SZC 23k47k72k96k121k '16'26'20

Check RE13 SZC

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,948 miles
Since last MOT+16,197 miles
PASS
Mileage104,751 miles
Since last MOT+16,062 miles
PASS
Mileage88,689 miles
Since last MOT+11,195 miles
PASS
Mileage77,494 miles
Since last MOT+12,840 miles
PASS
Mileage64,654 miles
Since last MOT+4,161 miles
PASS
Mileage60,493 miles
Since last MOT+8,051 miles
PASS
Mileage52,442 miles
Since last MOT+9,950 miles
PASS
Mileage42,492 miles
Since last MOT+10,797 miles
PASS
Mileage31,695 miles
Since last MOT+2,510 miles
PASS
Mileage29,185 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,185 miles
Since last MOT+6,459 miles
PASS
Mileage22,726 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

RegistrationRE13 SZC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeRE — Reading, Reading
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About RE13 SZC

What car is RE13 SZC?

RE13 SZC is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2013.

What is the mileage of RE13 SZC?

The last recorded mileage for RE13 SZC was 120,948 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE13 SZC passed its MOT?

RE13 SZC has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Mar 2026.

Is RE13 SZC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE13 SZC 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 RE13 SZC?

RE13 SZC is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.