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FAB 97X

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,706 mi
Last recorded23,706 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAB 97X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 23,706 miles

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

Fuel cap seal cracked

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2025 23,127 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 22,409 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 21,730 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 21,276 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2022 21,275 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 20,557 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both strut misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 19,330 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 18,126 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 16,471 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 16,471 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 14,209 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 11,769 miles

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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FAB 97X is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FAB 97X, 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

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What year was FAB 97X registered?

FAB 97X is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 September 2013.

Is FAB 97X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAB 97X shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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