Vehicle summary
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 152,047 miles on the clock, averaging 17,403 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 RF13 ADX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,047 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,364 |
| Average per year | 17,403 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF13 ADX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About RF13 ADX
What car is RF13 ADX?
RF13 ADX is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2013.
What is the mileage of RF13 ADX?
The last recorded mileage for RF13 ADX was 152,047 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF13 ADX passed its MOT?
RF13 ADX has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Nov 2022.
Is RF13 ADX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF13 ADX 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 RF13 ADX?
RF13 ADX is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.