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FG13 JFA

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

47,485 mi
Last recorded47,485 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG13 JFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 47,485 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 13 Apr 2017 33,441 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 33,441 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Engine warning light on

Pass 16 Mar 2016 29,644 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2016 29,644 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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 JFA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FG13 JFA, 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 JFA registered?

FG13 JFA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 May 2013.

Is FG13 JFA safe to buy?

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