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FH62 VNY

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

125,766 mi
Last recorded125,766 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH62 VNY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 125,766 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2026 125,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 115,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2025 115,518 miles

Offside Front Fuel system component leaking under-bonnet fuel filter - leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 106,895 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 99,976 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 95,591 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR TYRES HEAVILY CRACKED AND PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 90,369 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 88,033 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 82,271 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 74,393 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 72,797 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 60,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Jan 2016 60,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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FH62 VNY is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 FH62 VNY, 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.

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What year was FH62 VNY registered?

FH62 VNY is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 January 2013.

Is FH62 VNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH62 VNY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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