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FD13 WZE

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,207 mi
Last recorded53,207 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD13 WZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 53,207 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2025 53,205 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 50,084 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 50,084 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 46,647 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2022 43,204 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 43,204 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 40,569 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 40,568 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 36,533 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsf/osf/nsr/osr (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2019 29,214 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 24,149 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 19 May 2017 19,228 miles

Undertrays Fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2016 13,329 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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FD13 WZE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD13 WZE, 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.

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What year was FD13 WZE registered?

FD13 WZE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 June 2013.

Is FD13 WZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD13 WZE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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