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FG13 BGU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

122,234 mi
Last recorded122,234 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG13 BGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 122,234 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))

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

Surface corrosion to rear axle and suspension components

Pass 12 Jun 2025 115,869 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2025 115,869 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2024 108,408 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 104,138 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 94,252 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 85,123 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 78,217 miles

Both front tyres slightly out of shape

Cut in nearside front tyre sidewall

Front bumper damaged

Pass 4 Apr 2019 68,908 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 58,503 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 48,990 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 48,990 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 37,110 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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FG13 BGU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel 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 FG13 BGU, 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 FG13 BGU registered?

FG13 BGU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 April 2013.

Is FG13 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG13 BGU 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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