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FL13 GGP

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

89,124 mi
Last recorded89,124 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL13 GGP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 89,124 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 84,806 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 83,033 miles

covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 10 Oct 2022 81,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 2 Sep 2021 78,018 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip outside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2021 78,018 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip outside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 71,966 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 61,296 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 50,838 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 42,879 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

Pass 22 Mar 2017 33,441 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 24,533 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 GGP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GGP, 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 FL13 GGP registered?

FL13 GGP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is FL13 GGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL13 GGP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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