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FR13 GZU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,102 mi
Last recorded103,102 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 GZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 103,102 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both OSF & NSF worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both OSR & NSR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both OSR & NSR Coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 91,735 miles

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

under tray and under body covers fitted

Fail 8 Nov 2024 91,687 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high cannot adjust (4.1.2 (a))

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

under tray and under body covers fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2023 83,763 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on both edges 205/55/16 91h (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 77,908 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 70,963 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test freshener from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 7 Aug 2020 61,827 miles

emissions too clean to test

Pass 16 Aug 2019 52,270 miles

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 18 Jul 2018 44,656 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 35,779 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 35,779 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front brake flexi hose clip missing causing it to chafe when turning the wheel

Pass 7 Jun 2016 27,216 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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 GZU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel 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 GZU, 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 GZU registered?

FR13 GZU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 June 2013.

Is FR13 GZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 GZU 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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