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FR13 XXV

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,408 mi
Last recorded147,408 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 147,408 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear very thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Drivers seat belt clasp casing missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 123,609 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 123,609 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 94,475 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 91,969 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged buckle cover missing, still working ok (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 2 Sep 2021 91,968 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged buckle cover missing, still working ok (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Sep 2020 66,281 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Sep 2020 66,281 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Sep 2019 48,026 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Aug 2018 34,252 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 25,128 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 18,379 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 17,627 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 17,627 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 XXV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XXV, 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 XXV registered?

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

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