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FL13 XTF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,464 mi
Last recorded71,464 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL13 XTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 71,464 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2026 71,464 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 65,459 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 50,891 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 49,297 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 49,296 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 43,967 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 37,836 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 3 Nov 2020 37,836 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Apr 2019 30,708 miles

rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 2 May 2018 24,105 miles

both front tyres 3mm

Pass 10 Apr 2017 20,819 miles

both front tyres scrubbed

Pass 3 May 2016 17,199 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 17,199 miles

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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FL13 XTF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FL13 XTF, 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 XTF?

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What year was FL13 XTF registered?

FL13 XTF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 April 2013.

Is FL13 XTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL13 XTF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL13 XTF have outstanding finance?

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