Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 121,720 miles on the clock, averaging 9,915 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for SB13 LVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,720 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 9,915 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SB13 LVJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About SB13 LVJ
What car is SB13 LVJ?
SB13 LVJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2013.
What is the mileage of SB13 LVJ?
The last recorded mileage for SB13 LVJ was 121,720 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB13 LVJ passed its MOT?
SB13 LVJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Mar 2026.
Is SB13 LVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB13 LVJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SB13 LVJ?
SB13 LVJ is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.