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AK13 FOP

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,484 mi
Last recorded83,484 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 FOP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2026 83,484 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 79,356 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 75,495 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 71,190 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 67,539 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 63,349 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 60,390 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 56,077 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 51,346 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 45,976 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 40,806 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' but ok (8.3.1d)

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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AK13 FOP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK13 FOP, 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 AK13 FOP?

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What year was AK13 FOP registered?

AK13 FOP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 May 2013.

Is AK13 FOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK13 FOP shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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