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EX13 FYJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,059 mi
Last recorded122,059 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX13 FYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2025 122,059 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 116,500 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 107,152 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 100,688 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 95,649 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Starting to Split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Starting to Split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 86,241 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 65,162 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 52,567 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 May 2017 38,086 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 27,231 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 27,183 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn very close to limits on the inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

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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EX13 FYJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White 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 EX13 FYJ, 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 EX13 FYJ?

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What year was EX13 FYJ registered?

EX13 FYJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 March 2013.

Is EX13 FYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX13 FYJ 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.

Does EX13 FYJ have outstanding finance?

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