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FP13 GZT

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

86,888 mi
Last recorded86,888 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP13 GZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 86,888 miles

Fuel cap seal split

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2026 86,888 miles

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Fuel cap seal split

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2025 82,056 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning lamp on tailgate , (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 76,897 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 76,894 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick worn to metal . (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2023 72,066 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 68,116 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 5 Aug 2021 63,352 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear discs corroded

Fail 5 Aug 2021 63,349 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front discs corroded

rear discs corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2020 58,386 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 58,383 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 54,748 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 48,825 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 40,748 miles

both rear tyres are wearing unevenly

Pass 27 Jul 2016 23,501 miles

under floor covers fitted

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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FP13 GZT is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FP13 GZT, 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 FP13 GZT registered?

FP13 GZT is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 August 2013.

Is FP13 GZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP13 GZT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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