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FR13 XXT

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,582 mi
Last recorded37,582 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 37,582 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 35,870 miles

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

Rear brake discs corroded and pitted

Pass 24 May 2024 34,479 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2023 32,632 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 30,983 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 28,848 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 27,854 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 25,609 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 23,515 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 19,381 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 13,542 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 13,542 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 XXT is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel 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 XXT, 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 XXT registered?

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

Is FR13 XXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 XXT 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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