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FCZ 989

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,281 mi
Last recorded44,281 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCZ 989
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 44,281 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 34,957 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 34,453 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 34,453 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 33,281 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 32,362 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 31,499 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 30,250 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 27,804 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 24,948 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 21,211 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 20,562 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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FCZ 989 is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol 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 FCZ 989, 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 FCZ 989?

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What year was FCZ 989 registered?

FCZ 989 is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 May 2013.

Is FCZ 989 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCZ 989 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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