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RX13 MHE

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 161,315 miles on the clock, averaging 11,921 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 RX13 MHE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
161,315
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2016
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
11,921

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading161,315 miles
Reading date
Miles last year23,278
Average per year11,921
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RX13 MHE 40k70k101k131k161k '16'26'21

Check RX13 MHE

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage161,315 miles
Since last MOT+23,278 miles
PASS
Mileage138,037 miles
Since last MOT+12,849 miles
PASS
Mileage125,188 miles
Since last MOT+17,824 miles
PASS
Mileage107,364 miles
Since last MOT+15,572 miles
PASS
Mileage91,792 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,791 miles
Since last MOT+19,292 miles
PASS
Mileage72,499 miles
Since last MOT+14,345 miles
PASS
Mileage58,154 miles
Since last MOT+2,794 miles
PASS
Mileage55,360 miles
Since last MOT+1,842 miles
PASS
Mileage53,518 miles
Since last MOT+13,456 miles
PASS
Mileage40,062 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

RegistrationRX13 MHE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeRX — Reading, Reading
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About RX13 MHE

What car is RX13 MHE?

RX13 MHE is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2013.

What is the mileage of RX13 MHE?

The last recorded mileage for RX13 MHE was 161,315 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RX13 MHE passed its MOT?

RX13 MHE has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Apr 2026.

Is RX13 MHE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX13 MHE 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 RX13 MHE?

RX13 MHE is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.