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FR13 VAE

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

150,732 mi
Last recorded150,732 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 VAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 150,732 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2025 150,732 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 149,557 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 149,033 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 140,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn low and lifting on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn low and lifting on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2022 134,912 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 123,765 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 118,985 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 109,027 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 91,235 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 71,332 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres stepped on inner edge

Pass 28 Jun 2016 50,768 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 VAE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc 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 VAE, 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 VAE registered?

FR13 VAE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 July 2013.

Is FR13 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 VAE 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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