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FR13 XXJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

180,141 mi
Last recorded180,141 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 XXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 180,141 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 169,431 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 169,421 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Emergency exit window cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (9.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 156,691 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2022 156,598 miles

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 143,575 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 120,085 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 120,085 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 110,980 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 97,104 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 68,379 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 XXJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XXJ, 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 XXJ registered?

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

Is FR13 XXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 XXJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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