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FR13 LPV

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,172 mi
Last recorded112,172 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 112,172 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2024 107,057 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 102,678 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2023 102,678 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 98,515 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 98,512 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 95,503 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. LESSER EFFORT NOTED FROM N/S/FRONT BRAKE (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH FRONT SHOCKS SLIGHT DAMPNESS AROUND DAMPER ROD (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 88,478 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect SHOCK SLIGHTLY DAMP (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect SHOCK DAMP (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 84,419 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect BOTH FRONT SHOCKS BEGINNING TO LEAK (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 75,773 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 64,314 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 51,792 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 39,982 miles

Centre Rear Rear number plate damaged but still secure and readable

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil 2x Front shocks misting of oil. (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Jun 2016 39,875 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating 3rd brake lamp 50% illuminating. (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened 2x Rear discs contact surface corroded (3.5.1i)

Centre Rear Rear number plate damaged but still secure and readable

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil 2x Front shocks 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 LPV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LPV, 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 LPV registered?

FR13 LPV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 June 2013.

Is FR13 LPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 LPV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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