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FR13 NGJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

107,450 mi
Last recorded107,450 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 NGJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 107,450 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 106,580 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 105,368 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 98,295 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 91,363 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 81,353 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 72,385 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 68,309 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 55,570 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 43,666 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 30,834 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 30,834 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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 NGJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc 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 NGJ, 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

How do I check the history of FR13 NGJ?

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What year was FR13 NGJ registered?

FR13 NGJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 July 2013.

Is FR13 NGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 NGJ 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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