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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 53,791 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 SG13 LFW
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Full MOT Test History 1 test 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 | SG13 LFW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SG — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About SG13 LFW
What car is SG13 LFW?
SG13 LFW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2013.
What is the mileage of SG13 LFW?
The last recorded mileage for SG13 LFW was 53,791 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SG13 LFW passed its MOT?
SG13 LFW has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2016.
Is SG13 LFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SG13 LFW 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 SG13 LFW?
SG13 LFW is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.