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FR13 VTV

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,664 mi
Last recorded75,664 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 VTV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2026 75,664 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 70,729 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 64,344 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 58,346 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears slightly perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 52,013 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 47,108 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 41,582 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 38,462 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 33,629 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 30,524 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 26,920 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

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 VTV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VTV, 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 VTV?

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What year was FR13 VTV registered?

FR13 VTV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 July 2013.

Is FR13 VTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 VTV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FR13 VTV have outstanding finance?

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