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FL13 HCX

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,041 mi
Last recorded56,041 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL13 HCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 56,041 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall, and thread is wearing . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

some steering and suspension bushes, are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system, sub frames, steering, suspension, and brake components.

under floor panels fitted unable to check some components

Pass 7 Jul 2025 53,891 miles

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on sub frames, steering, suspension, and brake components.

surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panels fitted unable to check some components

Fail 7 Jul 2025 53,891 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on sub frames, steering, suspension, and brake components.

surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panels fitted unable to check some components

Pass 9 Jul 2024 52,186 miles

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

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on sub frames steering suspension and brake components

surface rust on exhaust system

Pass 10 Jul 2023 48,520 miles

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

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on floor panels sub frames steering suspension and brake components

surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panels fitted unable to check some components

Pass 7 Jul 2022 45,725 miles

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panel fitted unable to check some components

Pass 8 Jul 2021 42,560 miles

some surface rust on exhaust system

under floor tray fitted unable to see some components

Pass 14 Jul 2020 40,139 miles

exhaust is to corrode and deteriorate

small crack in rear n/s lens

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

under floor panel fitted unable to check some components

Pass 3 Apr 2019 36,823 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2018 33,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 28,802 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 21,250 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 HCX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,395cc petrol 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 HCX, 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 FL13 HCX registered?

FL13 HCX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 March 2013.

Is FL13 HCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL13 HCX 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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