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YE13 UPC

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 115,464 miles on the clock, averaging 7,463 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for YE13 UPC

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,464
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2016
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,463

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading115,464 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,899
Average per year7,463
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YE13 UPC 50k66k83k99k115k '16'25'22

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,464 miles
Since last MOT+7,899 miles
PASS
Mileage107,565 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,565 miles
Since last MOT+9,286 miles
PASS
Mileage98,279 miles
Since last MOT+4,888 miles
PASS
Mileage93,391 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,390 miles
Since last MOT+1,037 miles
PASS
Mileage92,353 miles
Since last MOT+3,111 miles
PASS
Mileage89,242 miles
Since last MOT+5,032 miles
PASS
Mileage84,210 miles
Since last MOT+16,161 miles
PASS
Mileage68,049 miles
Since last MOT+18,396 miles
PASS
Mileage49,653 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).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE13 UPC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeYE — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About YE13 UPC

What car is YE13 UPC?

YE13 UPC is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2013.

What is the mileage of YE13 UPC?

The last recorded mileage for YE13 UPC was 115,464 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YE13 UPC passed its MOT?

YE13 UPC has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2025.

Is YE13 UPC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE13 UPC 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 YE13 UPC?

YE13 UPC is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.