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FR13 XYL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,125 mi
Last recorded59,125 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 XYL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 59,125 miles

underbody undersealed

Pass 18 Sep 2025 55,802 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 51,521 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 47,358 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 44,075 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 39,769 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 37,539 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 37,539 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 34,806 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 31,463 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 27,358 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 19,488 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 XYL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black 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 XYL, 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 XYL?

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What year was FR13 XYL registered?

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

Is FR13 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 XYL 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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