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FP63 WHB

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,558 mi
Last recorded162,558 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP63 WHB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 162,558 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2026 162,558 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 152,501 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Feb 2024 136,205 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 136,204 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 112,349 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2023 112,344 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 87,614 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 53,914 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 51,105 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 50,666 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 42,135 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 42,062 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 31,977 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 18,273 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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FP63 WHB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FP63 WHB, 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 FP63 WHB registered?

FP63 WHB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 November 2013.

Is FP63 WHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP63 WHB shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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