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FR13 VRJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

66,222 mi
Last recorded66,222 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 VRJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 66,222 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 66,214 miles

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

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 65,307 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 65,304 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 56,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm + outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

chips in screen swept area

Pass 22 Sep 2021 50,016 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 47,611 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 42,137 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 38,069 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 32,297 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 32,297 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 28,623 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 28,623 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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 VRJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VRJ, 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 VRJ registered?

FR13 VRJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 July 2013.

Is FR13 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 VRJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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