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FR13 CUO

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

92,748 mi
Last recorded92,748 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 CUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 92,748 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Jun 2026 92,748 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 80,553 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 69,487 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 58,265 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 51,422 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 51,422 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 43,743 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 37,733 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 36,088 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 34,678 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 28,902 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 21,954 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 CUO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol 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 CUO, 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 FR13 CUO?

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What year was FR13 CUO registered?

FR13 CUO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 June 2013.

Is FR13 CUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 CUO 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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