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AF13 FSU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

177,837 mi
Last recorded177,837 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF13 FSU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 177,837 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 168,255 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 161,070 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 154,697 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 154,697 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 147,858 miles

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))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 141,689 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 135,626 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 125,146 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 111,820 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 97,235 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 80,173 miles

rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edge of tread

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AF13 FSU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 64,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF13 FSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 13 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF13 FSU?

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What year was AF13 FSU registered?

AF13 FSU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 March 2013.

Is AF13 FSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF13 FSU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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