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FG13 BKD

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,827 mi
Last recorded73,827 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG13 BKD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 73,827 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 70,227 miles

Engine bay and under body covers fitted as standard obscuring various testable components

Pass 23 Mar 2024 67,671 miles

Engine bay and under body covers fitted as standard obscuring various testable components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4-3mm with inner and outer shoulder wear 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4-3mm with inner and outer shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 63,566 miles

Engine bay and under body covers fitted as standard obscuring various testable components

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Slight corrosion forming both front inner brake disc faces, pads ok

Slight shoulder wear both front tyres 205 55 16

Pass 28 Mar 2022 58,685 miles

Engine bay and under body covers fitted as standard obscuring various testable components

N/S/R tyre cracking in treads and shoulders

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and cracking. 205 55 16 91v (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 53,169 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 40,174 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 36,082 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 33,296 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 30,534 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 24,142 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 BKD is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BKD, 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 BKD registered?

FG13 BKD is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 April 2013.

Is FG13 BKD safe to buy?

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