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FR13 YML

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

161,329 mi
Last recorded161,329 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 161,329 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

TPMS warning light on

Fail 6 Jul 2026 161,329 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

TPMS warning light on

Pass 7 Jul 2025 151,734 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 139,070 miles

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

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2024 139,050 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 125,596 miles

near side front shock absorber has a leak of fluid

near side rear inner side light not working

recommend a brakes service inspection

Pass 22 Jul 2022 112,818 miles

rear tires to be rechecked for remaining life in 2000 miles , tire pressure warning lamp illuminated on dash .

recommend a brakes linings inspection

Pass 30 Jun 2021 99,092 miles

brakes pads replaced on rear axle

head lamp aim adjusted .

near side rear tyre worn on outer edge, tyre to be rechecked for remaining life in 2000 miles .

off side rear stop light bulb replaced .

oil and fillters replaced / screen wash .

pre service check , slight oil leak from sump nut ,new sump nut and washer replaced .

service and mot inspection . / road test

tyre pressure light , and engine mil lamp extinguished , if reillumination occurs seek a further service electrical advice .

wheel bearing replaced on near side rear .

wheel tracking has been adjusted .

Pass 23 Jul 2020 88,704 miles

recommend rear brakes pads to be checked

Fail 23 Jul 2020 88,704 miles

recommend rear brakes pads to be checked

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 78,113 miles

rear brakes linings to be checked

Pass 20 Jul 2018 66,409 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 54,436 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 41,640 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

all road wheels to be removed for further brake inspection

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 YML 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 78.6%.

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 YML, 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 YML registered?

FR13 YML is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 July 2013.

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