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FR13 KPK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

83,285 mi
Last recorded83,285 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 KPK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 83,285 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2026 83,285 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2025 80,289 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 77,344 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside front tyre cracking and perishing not reaching cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 74,205 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 69,037 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 64,425 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 60,102 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 54,218 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 45,826 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 37,725 miles

Both rear tyres are starting to slightly perish

Rear brake discs have corrosion

Pass 16 Jul 2016 28,412 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 KPK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KPK, 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 KPK registered?

FR13 KPK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 July 2013.

Is FR13 KPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 KPK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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