Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 151,543 miles on the clock, averaging 15,796 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TSI engine is known for 1. high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower and 2. pcv (crankcase ventilation) valve failure. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for SY13 XEX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,543 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,858 |
| Average per year | 15,796 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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).
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and cam follower
Cam follower (part 06D109309C) wears through, starving HPFP of fuel; leads to pump failure or camshaft scoring.
2. PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure
Valve fails, allowing boost pressure into crankcase; causes oil leaks into intake/turbo.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY13 XEX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About SY13 XEX
What car is SY13 XEX?
SY13 XEX is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Inverness in 2013.
What is the mileage of SY13 XEX?
The last recorded mileage for SY13 XEX was 151,543 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY13 XEX passed its MOT?
SY13 XEX has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Jul 2024.
Is SY13 XEX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY13 XEX 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 SY13 XEX?
SY13 XEX is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.