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FR62 DVF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,251 mi
Last recorded103,251 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR62 DVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 103,251 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted RIM (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 96,138 miles

REAR BOX HEAT SHIELD INSCURE

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

Fail 28 Apr 2025 96,138 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

REAR BOX HEAT SHIELD INSCURE

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

Pass 1 May 2024 89,473 miles
Fail 1 May 2024 89,473 miles

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

TYRE LIGHT ON

Pass 18 Aug 2022 76,632 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 66,232 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 65,811 miles

rear box heat shield lose clips missing.

Pass 25 Sep 2019 65,665 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 62,753 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 58,348 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

upper and lower covers fitted covering components

Pass 27 Sep 2016 43,860 miles

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

engine covers fitted undertrays fitted obsecuring some components

Fail 27 Sep 2016 43,860 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine covers fitted undertrays fitted obsecuring some components

Pass 15 Jan 2016 34,635 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

upper and lower covers fitted

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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FR62 DVF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver 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 FR62 DVF, 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 FR62 DVF registered?

FR62 DVF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 January 2013.

Is FR62 DVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR62 DVF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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