2013 VOLKSWAGEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check
Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.
Vehicle details
- Make & model
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Year
- 2013
- Fuel
- DIESEL
- Colour
- WHITE
- Engine
- 1199 cc
- Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Taxed
- MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Valid
- MOT due
- 17 January 2027 (217 days away)
- Last recorded mileage
- 48,495 mi
AI verdict CAUTION 45/100
AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.
This 2013 Volkswagen has 17 MOT tests on record with a 65% pass rate and 48,495 miles. However, its MOT history reveals a pattern of recurring brake and tyre failures, indicating a history of reactive maintenance.
The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 8,674 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or round numbers, but a significant jump in recent years.
Things to check
- Recurring brake system failures and advisories from Jan 2020 to Jan 2024, indicating a history of neglect.
- Multiple tyre failures and advisories from Jan 2020 to Jan 2025, suggesting a pattern of poor maintenance.
- Engine oil advisory noted in 6 separate tests, a recurring issue that needs attention.
- The vehicle is not ULEZ-compliant, incurring a daily charge in London.
Working in its favour
- Valid MOT until January 2027, offering peace of mind for the next three years.
- Consistent, normal mileage for its age, averaging 8,674 miles/year.
- No major structural corrosion or suspension failures are evident in the MOT history.
- The vehicle has a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating, indicating good safety features.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 11/17 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2016 | FAIL | 48,495 mi |
FAIL Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) FAIL Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) FAIL Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e) ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i) ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
|
| Mar 2016 | PASS | 48,495 mi | None recorded |
| Mar 2017 | PASS | 58,073 mi |
ADVISORY Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both 3mm 185-60-15 (4.1.E.1) ADVISORY Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both 3mm 185-60-15 (4.1.E.1)
|
| Jan 2018 | FAIL | 65,161 mi |
FAIL Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
|
| Jan 2018 | PASS | 65,164 mi | None recorded |
| Jan 2019 | PASS | 66,320 mi |
MINOR Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i)) ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
|
| Jan 2020 | FAIL | 69,510 mi |
ADVISORY vehicle under trays fitted preventing full inspection ADVISORY Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f)) DANGEROUS Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) MAJOR Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
|
| Jan 2020 | PASS | 69,511 mi |
ADVISORY vehicle under trays fitted preventing full inspection ADVISORY Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
|
| Jan 2021 | FAIL | 74,001 mi |
MAJOR Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i)) PRS Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a)) MAJOR Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i)) ADVISORY vehicle undertrays fitted preventing full inspection MAJOR Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f)) MAJOR Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
|
| Jan 2021 | PASS | 74,001 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i)) ADVISORY vehicle undertrays fitted preventing full inspection
|
| Jan 2022 | FAIL | 81,312 mi |
MAJOR Nearside Front Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b)) DANGEROUS Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm badly worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
|
| Jan 2022 | PASS | 81,312 mi | None recorded |
| Jan 2023 | PASS | 87,213 mi |
MINOR Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
|
| Jan 2024 | FAIL | 91,247 mi |
MAJOR Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i)) MAJOR Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i)) MAJOR Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i)) DANGEROUS Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% axle (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) MAJOR Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a)) DANGEROUS Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
|
| Jan 2024 | PASS | 91,253 mi |
ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
|
| Jan 2025 | PASS | 102,472 mi |
ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
|
| Jan 2026 | PASS | 113,143 mi |
ADVISORY Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside and outside (5.2.3 (e)) ADVISORY Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
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