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FR13 WFX

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

197,711 mi
Last recorded197,711 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 WFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 May 2025 197,711 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2024 184,484 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 173,088 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2022 160,155 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 147,291 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 145,160 miles

Offside Front Coil spring not seated in shock cup correctly

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 May 2019 124,237 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 101,436 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 31 May 2017 73,306 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

No smoke detected

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2016 61,406 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 WFX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 WFX, 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 WFX registered?

FR13 WFX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 July 2013.

Is FR13 WFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 WFX shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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