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FP13 HRL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,589 mi
Last recorded132,589 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP13 HRL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 132,589 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 125,133 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 125,049 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 117,357 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 110,374 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 110,343 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 102,460 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 102,279 miles
Pass 27 May 2019 84,310 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 72,096 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 58,035 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 50,997 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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FP13 HRL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc 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 FP13 HRL, 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 FP13 HRL?

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What year was FP13 HRL registered?

FP13 HRL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 June 2013.

Is FP13 HRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP13 HRL shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP13 HRL have outstanding finance?

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