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WR13 HBU

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Grey Registered in Bristol, West of England · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 85,027 miles on the clock, averaging 6,850 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 WR13 HBU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
85,027
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2016
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,850

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading85,027 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,850
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WR13 HBU 20k36k52k69k85k '16'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,027 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,027 miles
Since last MOT+7,089 miles
PASS
Mileage77,938 miles
Since last MOT+5,929 miles
PASS
Mileage72,009 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,007 miles
Since last MOT+5,578 miles
PASS
Mileage66,429 miles
Since last MOT+6,076 miles
PASS
Mileage60,353 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,351 miles
Since last MOT+5,213 miles
PASS
Mileage55,138 miles
Since last MOT+3,745 miles
PASS
Mileage51,393 miles
Since last MOT+7,076 miles
PASS
Mileage44,317 miles
Since last MOT+7,185 miles
PASS
Mileage37,132 miles
Since last MOT+7,130 miles
PASS
Mileage30,002 miles
Since last MOT+10,165 miles
PASS
Mileage19,837 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

RegistrationWR13 HBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About WR13 HBU

What car is WR13 HBU?

WR13 HBU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Bristol in 2013.

What is the mileage of WR13 HBU?

The last recorded mileage for WR13 HBU was 85,027 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR13 HBU passed its MOT?

WR13 HBU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2025.

Is WR13 HBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR13 HBU 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 WR13 HBU?

WR13 HBU is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.