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WU13 LWP

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Purple Registered in Bristol, West of England · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourPurple
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 126,239 miles on the clock, averaging 8,448 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 WU13 LWP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
126,239
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
8,448

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading126,239 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,564
Average per year8,448
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WU13 LWP 44k65k85k106k126k '16'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,239 miles
Since last MOT+2,564 miles
PASS
Mileage123,675 miles
Since last MOT+2,452 miles
PASS
Mileage121,223 miles
Since last MOT+4,727 miles
PASS
Mileage116,496 miles
Since last MOT+3,550 miles
PASS
Mileage112,946 miles
Since last MOT+3,452 miles
PASS
Mileage109,494 miles
Since last MOT+2,412 miles
PASS
Mileage107,082 miles
Since last MOT+106 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,976 miles
Since last MOT+5,846 miles
PASS
Mileage101,130 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,130 miles
Since last MOT+15,255 miles
PASS
Mileage85,875 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,867 miles
Since last MOT+24,996 miles
PASS
Mileage60,871 miles
Since last MOT+16,571 miles
PASS
Mileage44,300 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

RegistrationWU13 LWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeWU — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About WU13 LWP

What car is WU13 LWP?

WU13 LWP is a purple Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Bristol in 2013.

What is the mileage of WU13 LWP?

The last recorded mileage for WU13 LWP was 126,239 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WU13 LWP passed its MOT?

WU13 LWP has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2025.

Is WU13 LWP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WU13 LWP 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 WU13 LWP?

WU13 LWP is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.