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FR13 KZL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

87,833 mi
Last recorded87,833 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 KZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 87,833 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 84,659 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mil + wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake disc is red (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mil + wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 80,916 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 76,889 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 73,163 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 70,547 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2020 69,674 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 61,265 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 45,428 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 45,428 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 36,018 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 KZL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 KZL, 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 KZL registered?

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

Is FR13 KZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 KZL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FR13 KZL have outstanding finance?

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