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FR13 GNJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,718 mi
Last recorded135,718 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 GNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 135,718 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2025 127,736 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2025 127,736 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 117,628 miles

nearside rear seat folded down at time of test

Fail 26 Apr 2024 117,628 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

nearside rear seat folded down at time of test

Pass 24 Apr 2023 106,449 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 85,915 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 76,990 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under tray fitted not allowing full underside inspection

Fail 17 Aug 2021 76,990 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted not allowing full underside inspection

Pass 18 Aug 2020 67,184 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))

under tray fitted not allowing full underside inspection

Pass 19 Aug 2019 60,678 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2018 52,823 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 48,510 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 43,018 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 GNJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 GNJ, 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.

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What year was FR13 GNJ registered?

FR13 GNJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 June 2013.

Is FR13 GNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 GNJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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