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SY13 MLE

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Grey Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
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 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 113,771 miles on the clock, averaging 8,047 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for SY13 MLE

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,771
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2016
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,047

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading113,771 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,050
Average per year8,047
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY13 MLE 37k56k75k95k114k '16'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,771 miles
Since last MOT+6,050 miles
PASS
Mileage107,721 miles
Since last MOT+3,630 miles
PASS
Mileage104,091 miles
Since last MOT+6,022 miles
PASS
Mileage98,069 miles
Since last MOT+4,428 miles
PASS
Mileage93,641 miles
Since last MOT+4,869 miles
PASS
Mileage88,772 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,770 miles
Since last MOT+9,062 miles
PASS
Mileage79,708 miles
Since last MOT+7,947 miles
PASS
Mileage71,761 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,754 miles
Since last MOT+14,656 miles
PASS
Mileage57,098 miles
Since last MOT+20,261 miles
PASS
Mileage36,837 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).

CBDB

Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY13 MLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About SY13 MLE

What car is SY13 MLE?

SY13 MLE is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Inverness in 2013.

What is the mileage of SY13 MLE?

The last recorded mileage for SY13 MLE was 113,771 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY13 MLE passed its MOT?

SY13 MLE has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2025.

Is SY13 MLE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY13 MLE 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 SY13 MLE?

SY13 MLE is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.