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FN13 XNX

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,489 mi
Last recorded161,489 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN13 XNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 161,489 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 161,489 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 150,922 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Heatsheald insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 137,712 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 117,720 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 103,656 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 97,738 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 87,145 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2019 87,145 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 76,072 miles

offside and nearside front tyres close to limit

Fail 17 Apr 2018 76,072 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Wheel nut(s) missing ON ALL 4 WHEELS (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (8.2.2)

offside and nearside front tyres close to limit

Pass 11 Aug 2016 47,872 miles

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

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FN13 XNX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FN13 XNX, 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 FN13 XNX registered?

FN13 XNX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 April 2013.

Is FN13 XNX safe to buy?

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