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FP13 KLV

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

130,592 mi
Last recorded130,592 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP13 KLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 130,592 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Aug 2026 130,592 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 127,285 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2024 124,523 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 121,643 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 15 Jul 2022 112,594 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 77,105 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 60,545 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Smooth on Inside Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 60,508 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Smooth on Inside Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 54,879 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 45,825 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm in centre worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm in centre worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres perishing in tread

Pass 3 Apr 2017 32,048 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 22,381 miles

slight marks on windscreen.

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 KLV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FP13 KLV, 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 FP13 KLV registered?

FP13 KLV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 May 2013.

Is FP13 KLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP13 KLV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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