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FE63 FTK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,562 mi
Last recorded88,562 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE63 FTK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 88,562 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 86,606 miles

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

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

general corrosion on suspension components

surface corrosion on all brake discs

Pass 14 Sep 2023 83,921 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 78,599 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear tyre slight un even wear

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

smoke not detected

trims and covers fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2021 76,189 miles

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

trims and covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 26 Aug 2020 70,516 miles

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

trims and covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 26 Aug 2020 70,516 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

trims and covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 28 Aug 2019 64,821 miles

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

trims and covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 28 Aug 2019 64,821 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

trims and covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 11 Sep 2018 57,131 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

smoke not detected / not visible

trims and covers fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2017 45,236 miles

covers and trims fitted

Fail 24 Aug 2017 45,235 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

covers and trims fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2016 34,301 miles

plastic covers fitted to vehicle

smoke emissions not detected

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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FE63 FTK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FE63 FTK, 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 FE63 FTK registered?

FE63 FTK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 September 2013.

Is FE63 FTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE63 FTK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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