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FR13 SFU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,141 mi
Last recorded52,141 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 52,141 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))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 49,693 miles

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

Offside Front slight oil leak from inner driveshaft seal

Pass 4 Jul 2024 45,896 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 41,064 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 37,066 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 32,209 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2019 28,908 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 23,048 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 17,544 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 17,544 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 SFU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SFU, 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 SFU?

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What year was FR13 SFU registered?

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

Is FR13 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 SFU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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