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FJ13 VLZ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,011 mi
Last recorded70,011 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ13 VLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 70,011 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 62,202 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 53,421 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 45,908 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 38,080 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 34,515 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 27,387 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 21,890 miles

front tyres perishing

Pass 30 Mar 2017 17,165 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 11,550 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 11,550 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (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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FJ13 VLZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FJ13 VLZ, 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

How do I check the history of FJ13 VLZ?

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What year was FJ13 VLZ registered?

FJ13 VLZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 March 2013.

Is FJ13 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ13 VLZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ13 VLZ have outstanding finance?

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