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FR13 YFW

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,034 mi
Last recorded124,034 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 124,034 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 115,899 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 102,805 miles

Covers fitted masking testable items

Nearside rear tyre tread low

Pass 25 Jul 2023 95,100 miles

Covers fitted masking testable items

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jul 2022 89,666 miles

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

covers fitted masking testable items

Pass 10 Aug 2021 85,386 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Fail 10 Aug 2021 85,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2019 72,193 miles

Nearside Rear bumper reflector cracked

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 61,957 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 54,346 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 54,346 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 38,677 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view damaged cap held on with tape (8.1.2a)

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 YFW 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 83.3%.

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 YFW, 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 YFW registered?

FR13 YFW is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 July 2013.

Is FR13 YFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 YFW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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