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FR13 OBO

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

103,138 mi
Last recorded103,138 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 OBO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 103,138 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 99,685 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 99,684 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 86,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner and outer edges on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing On limit also low tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2023 77,573 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 66,855 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 56,675 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect very slight mist (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 51,841 miles

plastic covers fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2019 45,600 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 34,071 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 20,638 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 20,326 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 36,621 miles

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 OBO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OBO, 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 OBO registered?

FR13 OBO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 July 2013.

Is FR13 OBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 OBO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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