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FH13 YEK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

101,516 mi
Last recorded101,516 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH13 YEK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 101,516 miles

undertray loose

Pass 14 Mar 2025 97,653 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 93,051 miles

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

front tyres worn

Pass 18 Feb 2023 86,400 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn inner edge ! (5.2.3 (e))

suspension components corroded

Pass 23 Feb 2022 79,130 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front shock absorbers are slightly damp. (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rear tyres have deep cuts in the tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 71,508 miles

Rear brake discs heavily corroded

Fail 4 Mar 2021 71,507 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding note wheelbearing not tested (1.2.1 (f))

Rear brake discs heavily corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2020 63,778 miles

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

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

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

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

both rear tyres slightly perished and worn on inside edges

under tray loose

Pass 18 Feb 2019 47,908 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 34,096 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 32,668 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 27,647 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 27,647 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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FH13 YEK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol 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 FH13 YEK, 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 FH13 YEK registered?

FH13 YEK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is FH13 YEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH13 YEK 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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