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 1600cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 60,743 miles on the clock, averaging 4,416 miles per year, well below 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 SO13 GXF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,743 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 60 |
| Average per year | 4,416 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SO13 GXF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About SO13 GXF
What car is SO13 GXF?
SO13 GXF is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1600cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2013.
What is the mileage of SO13 GXF?
The last recorded mileage for SO13 GXF was 60,743 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO13 GXF passed its MOT?
SO13 GXF has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Oct 2025.
Is SO13 GXF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO13 GXF 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 SO13 GXF?
SO13 GXF is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.