BK13 LTT

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

Mar 2016: 48,495 mi FAILMar 2016: 48,495 mi PASSMar 2017: 58,073 mi PASSJan 2018: 65,161 mi FAILJan 2018: 65,164 mi PASSJan 2019: 66,320 mi PASSJan 2020: 69,510 mi FAILJan 2020: 69,511 mi PASSJan 2021: 74,001 mi FAILJan 2021: 74,001 mi PASSJan 2022: 81,312 mi FAILJan 2022: 81,312 mi PASSJan 2023: 87,213 mi PASSJan 2024: 91,247 mi FAILJan 2024: 91,253 mi PASSJan 2025: 102,472 mi PASSJan 2026: 113,143 mi PASS113k81k48kMar 2016Jan 2026

MOT test history — 11/17 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & 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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