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FG13 CVJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,397 mi
Last recorded97,397 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG13 CVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 97,397 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 94,945 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust emissions below threshold capacity

Pass 7 May 2021 90,228 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 83,810 miles

coil springs corroded

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 11 Jun 2020 83,517 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

coil springs corroded

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 May 2019 79,829 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 75,903 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 57,337 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Slight noise from near side front wheel bearing

Pass 29 Sep 2016 45,063 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

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 CVJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 CVJ, 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 CVJ registered?

FG13 CVJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 April 2013.

Is FG13 CVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG13 CVJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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