Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1395cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 40,338 miles on the clock, averaging 3,265 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for YR13 UPD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,338 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,372 |
| Average per year | 3,265 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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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).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR13 UPD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About YR13 UPD
What car is YR13 UPD?
YR13 UPD is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2013.
What is the mileage of YR13 UPD?
The last recorded mileage for YR13 UPD was 40,338 miles, recorded on 3 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR13 UPD passed its MOT?
YR13 UPD has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Apr 2026.
Is YR13 UPD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR13 UPD 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 YR13 UPD?
YR13 UPD is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.