Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1395cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 119,809 miles on the clock, averaging 9,603 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for SP13 OSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 119,809 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,685 |
| Average per year | 9,603 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SP13 OSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SP — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About SP13 OSU
What car is SP13 OSU?
SP13 OSU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Dundee in 2013.
What is the mileage of SP13 OSU?
The last recorded mileage for SP13 OSU was 119,809 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SP13 OSU passed its MOT?
SP13 OSU has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2025.
Is SP13 OSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP13 OSU 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 SP13 OSU?
SP13 OSU is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.