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C5 UTA

2013 Volkswagen Shuttle

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

188,819 mi
Last recorded188,819 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Shuttle97,706 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 UTA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelShuttle
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 188,819 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 184,286 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Pinholed (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Central row ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2025 184,279 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Pinholed (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Central row ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2025 184,271 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2025 184,263 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 172,350 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 167,524 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 157,434 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 145,368 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 141,080 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 119,177 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 100,682 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 82,656 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 82,656 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front driving light inop

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 47,352 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 19,433 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Shuttle?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,081
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
position lamp(s) not working 24
Stop lamp not working 21
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C5 UTA is a 2013 Volkswagen Shuttle in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 97,706 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Shuttle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C5 UTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Shuttle typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this Volkswagen Shuttle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C5 UTA registered?

C5 UTA is a 2013 Volkswagen Shuttle, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is C5 UTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 UTA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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