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FM62 ERO

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,715 mi
Last recorded128,715 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM62 ERO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 128,715 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2025 128,715 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 123,859 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2024 123,855 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 119,870 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 117,276 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 111,800 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 111,799 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 109,048 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 105,334 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 105,334 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2018 100,930 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs strong advisory (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres, also perished (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 97,358 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs - strong advisory (3.5.1i)

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

both rear tyres side walls perished

Pass 16 Feb 2016 84,506 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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FM62 ERO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel 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 FM62 ERO, 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 FM62 ERO registered?

FM62 ERO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 February 2013.

Is FM62 ERO safe to buy?

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