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FR13 VXB

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,925 mi
Last recorded48,925 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 48,925 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 39,929 miles

Low oil

Pass 20 Apr 2024 27,095 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 26,148 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 25,049 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 23,485 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 21,258 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 19,112 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2018 16,240 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 14,264 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 14,264 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 12,378 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 11,244 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 VXB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VXB, 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 VXB?

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What year was FR13 VXB registered?

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

Is FR13 VXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 VXB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FR13 VXB have outstanding finance?

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