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FR13 VWM

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

104,764 mi
Last recorded104,764 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 104,764 miles

Factory undertrays and covers on underside of vehicle

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 98,342 miles

Central Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

UNDER COVERS FITTED

Pass 5 Jan 2024 92,119 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 85,597 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 80,995 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Dec 2021 80,995 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 76,802 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 70,799 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2018 63,846 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 58,063 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 51,305 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 39,350 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 VWM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol 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 VWM, 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 VWM registered?

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

Is FR13 VWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 VWM 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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