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RK13 RDY

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

White Registered in Reading, Reading · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourWhite
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 180,321 miles on the clock, averaging 13,120 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 RK13 RDY

MOT Status
Due date passed
180,321
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2016
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
13,120

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 reading180,321 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,514
Average per year13,120
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RK13 RDY 92k114k136k158k180k '16'22'18

Check RK13 RDY

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage180,321 miles
Since last MOT+2,514 miles
PASS
Mileage177,807 miles
Since last MOT+21,415 miles
PASS
Mileage156,392 miles
Since last MOT+18,681 miles
PASS
Mileage137,711 miles
Since last MOT+2,230 miles
PASS
Mileage135,481 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,481 miles
Since last MOT+18,551 miles
PASS
Mileage116,930 miles
Since last MOT+24,515 miles
PASS
Mileage92,415 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,415 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

RegistrationRK13 RDY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeRK — Reading, Reading
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About RK13 RDY

What car is RK13 RDY?

RK13 RDY is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2013.

What is the mileage of RK13 RDY?

The last recorded mileage for RK13 RDY was 180,321 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RK13 RDY passed its MOT?

RK13 RDY has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2022.

Is RK13 RDY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK13 RDY 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 RK13 RDY?

RK13 RDY is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.