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FR13 VUH

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,279 mi
Last recorded89,279 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 VUH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 89,279 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 84,526 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall scuffed

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips on front screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 80,578 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall slight damage

Offside Rear tyre outer sidewall starting to crack

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips on front screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 78,650 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 69,561 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 60,511 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 46,884 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 38,734 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 31,655 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 31,619 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Jun 2016 25,017 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 VUH is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VUH, 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 VUH registered?

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

Is FR13 VUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 VUH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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