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FL13 FNS

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,310 mi
Last recorded51,310 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL13 FNS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 51,310 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 May 2025 48,592 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 44,389 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 40,652 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 37,074 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 May 2021 34,175 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 32,893 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 27,495 miles

near side front shock absorber damp

Pass 17 Apr 2018 22,551 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 16,232 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 10,895 miles

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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FL13 FNS is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FL13 FNS, 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 FL13 FNS?

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What year was FL13 FNS registered?

FL13 FNS is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 April 2013.

Is FL13 FNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL13 FNS shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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