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FR13 FFU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,480 mi
Last recorded41,480 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 FFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 41,480 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 37,511 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 33,720 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 30,616 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 25,361 miles

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

under trays fitted

Fail 29 Dec 2021 25,361 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2020 23,538 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2019 21,900 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2018 20,290 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 17,643 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 22 Jun 2017 17,643 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 13 Jun 2016 15,297 miles

front tyres worn on edges

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 FFU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FR13 FFU, 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 FFU?

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What year was FR13 FFU registered?

FR13 FFU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 June 2013.

Is FR13 FFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 FFU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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