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FR13 UPK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

111,240 mi
Last recorded111,240 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 UPK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 111,240 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (and o/s/f) (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Oct 2025 111,209 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (and o/s/f) (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 104,999 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil all four (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 90,104 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 82,514 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 69,895 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 59,086 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 42,089 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 37,029 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 28,502 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 26,171 miles

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Jul 2016 21,338 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 21,338 miles

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 UPK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 UPK, 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 UPK registered?

FR13 UPK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 July 2013.

Is FR13 UPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 UPK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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