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FR13 HMG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

125,953 mi
Last recorded125,953 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 125,953 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 119,885 miles

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

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 14 Jun 2023 113,879 miles

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

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 14 Jun 2023 113,879 miles

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

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

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 27 May 2022 106,282 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin will require discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

emissions did not provide read out

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

exhaust rear heat shield insecure

rear discs corroded

Fail 25 May 2022 106,279 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin will require discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

emissions did not provide read out

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

exhaust rear heat shield insecure

rear discs corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2021 97,608 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin will require discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

emissions did not provide read out

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 21 Jan 2021 97,608 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin will require discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

emissions did not provide read out

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2019 87,285 miles

chip in windscreen

Fail 3 Jul 2019 87,285 miles

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

chip in windscreen

Pass 2 Jul 2018 78,528 miles

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

emissions did not provide read out

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

n/s/f tyre on wear bars

Pass 7 Jun 2017 64,936 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

tyre pressure light on

Pass 7 Jun 2016 47,405 miles

Offside Rear tyre showing slight deterioration inside tread

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 HMG 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 69.2%.

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 HMG, 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 HMG?

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What year was FR13 HMG registered?

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

Is FR13 HMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 HMG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FR13 HMG have outstanding finance?

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