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FM13 XPU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1190cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,745 mi
Last recorded63,745 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM13 XPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,190cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 63,745 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 58,434 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2023 54,153 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 51,319 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 46,269 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 35,547 miles

oil level warning lamp on!

Pass 1 Jun 2019 25,869 miles

Nearside Front DOOR DAMAGED

Nearside Rear DOOR DAMAGED

Nearside SILL DAMAGED

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 1 Jun 2019 25,869 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure OUTER SIDEWALL SPLIT (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front DOOR DAMAGED

Nearside Rear DOOR DAMAGED

Nearside SILL DAMAGED

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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 XPU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,190cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XPU, 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 FM13 XPU registered?

FM13 XPU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 2013.

Is FM13 XPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM13 XPU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FM13 XPU have outstanding finance?

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