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SY13 WDJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Blue Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlue
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 86,197 miles on the clock, averaging 5,866 miles per year, below 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 WDJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
86,197
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2017
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
5,866

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading86,197 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,269
Average per year5,866
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY13 WDJ 33k46k60k73k86k '17'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,197 miles
Since last MOT+4,269 miles
PASS
Mileage81,928 miles
Since last MOT+4,945 miles
PASS
Mileage76,983 miles
Since last MOT+5,622 miles
PASS
Mileage71,361 miles
Since last MOT+6,057 miles
PASS
Mileage65,304 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,304 miles
Since last MOT+3,000 miles
PASS
Mileage62,304 miles
Since last MOT+5,534 miles
PASS
Mileage56,770 miles
Since last MOT+4,772 miles
PASS
Mileage51,998 miles
Since last MOT+8,575 miles
PASS
Mileage43,423 miles
Since last MOT+10,609 miles
PASS
Mileage32,814 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 WDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About SY13 WDJ

What car is SY13 WDJ?

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

What is the mileage of SY13 WDJ?

The last recorded mileage for SY13 WDJ was 86,197 miles, recorded on 12 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY13 WDJ passed its MOT?

SY13 WDJ has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 May 2026.

Is SY13 WDJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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