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FR13 KYG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

87,676 mi
Last recorded87,676 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 87,676 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both disc front (n/s/f,o/s/f) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides front (n/s/f,o/s/f) (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both spring rear (n/s/r,o/s/r) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 87,676 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both disc front (n/s/f,o/s/f) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides front (n/s/f,o/s/f) (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both spring rear (n/s/r,o/s/r) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 83,931 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Feb 2024 78,304 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 72,843 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 61,827 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 56,661 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front wing accident damage

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Nov 2020 56,661 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front wing accident damage

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 52,454 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 28 Aug 2019 52,454 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 May 2018 48,091 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 40,648 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 30,596 miles

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 KYG 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 76.9%.

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 KYG, 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 KYG registered?

FR13 KYG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 June 2013.

Is FR13 KYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 KYG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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