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FR13 BXE

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

104,736 mi
Last recorded104,736 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 BXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 104,736 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 99,098 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored/corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on edges. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both slightly corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 93,497 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded near top (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking around tread grooves. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded near lower end (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 87,353 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 80,964 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 75,871 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 71,248 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 71,248 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 62,296 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 8 Jun 2019 62,296 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 26 May 2018 47,898 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 35,446 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 24,886 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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FR13 BXE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 FR13 BXE, 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 FR13 BXE registered?

FR13 BXE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 June 2013.

Is FR13 BXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 BXE 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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