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FM13 FSF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

56,800 mi
Last recorded56,800 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM13 FSF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 56,800 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 52,421 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 48,413 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 45,478 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 43,172 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 40,270 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 37,609 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 37,609 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 34,632 miles

rear tyres out of shape

Pass 25 Jul 2017 32,762 miles

rear tyres out of shape

Pass 24 Aug 2016 31,176 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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FM13 FSF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc 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 FM13 FSF, 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 FM13 FSF?

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What year was FM13 FSF registered?

FM13 FSF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 August 2013.

Is FM13 FSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM13 FSF 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 FM13 FSF have outstanding finance?

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