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FR13 NMO

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

147,541 mi
Last recorded147,541 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 147,541 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 130,966 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 119,582 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 109,954 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 103,133 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 97,045 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 91,545 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 91,545 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2018 78,902 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 65,638 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 48,203 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm inner edge (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 NMO 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 NMO, 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 NMO registered?

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

Is FR13 NMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 NMO 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.

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