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FR13 YJK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,703 mi
Last recorded128,703 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 YJK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2026 128,703 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 122,701 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 115,650 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 109,448 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 101,767 miles

shock absorbers weeping

Pass 1 Jul 2021 95,198 miles

shock absorbers weeping

Pass 29 Jul 2020 91,209 miles

all shock absorbers weeping

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 5 Jul 2019 82,382 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 72,650 miles

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

nearside under tray slightly insecure

Pass 5 Jul 2017 59,872 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 46,853 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 YJK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YJK, 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 YJK registered?

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

Is FR13 YJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 YJK shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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