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At a glance
This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1197cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 168,414 miles on the clock, averaging 12,287 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for YT13 XTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,414 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,847 |
| Average per year | 12,287 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YT13 XTU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YT — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 13 — March 2013 to August 2013 |
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About YT13 XTU
What car is YT13 XTU?
YT13 XTU is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2013.
What is the mileage of YT13 XTU?
The last recorded mileage for YT13 XTU was 168,414 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YT13 XTU passed its MOT?
YT13 XTU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2026.
Is YT13 XTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT13 XTU 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 YT13 XTU?
YT13 XTU is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.