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FR13 LGW

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,952 mi
Last recorded76,952 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 LGW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 76,952 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2026 76,950 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2025 73,753 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 71,685 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 66,629 miles

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

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Rears Starting to Mist (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 66,626 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Rears Starting to Mist (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 61,187 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 61,178 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Fronts Worn on Inner Treads/Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 55,629 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 55,156 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 54,827 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 53,525 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 51,930 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 51,032 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 41,605 miles

Advise that both front tyres are devoid of tread on the inner shoulders ie BALD !!!

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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 LGW is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LGW, 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 LGW registered?

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

Is FR13 LGW safe to buy?

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