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FP13 RMV

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,421 mi
Last recorded39,421 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 39,421 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 36,763 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 33,155 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 28,687 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 24,975 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 22,157 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 22,157 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 18,728 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 15,816 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 13,924 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 10,709 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 8,243 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 RMV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RMV, 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 RMV?

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What year was FP13 RMV registered?

FP13 RMV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 May 2013.

Is FP13 RMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP13 RMV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP13 RMV have outstanding finance?

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