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FR62 GJE

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,195 mi
Last recorded49,195 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR62 GJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 49,195 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2025 47,855 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 44,618 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2023 41,136 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 36,767 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 36,498 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 35,738 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 34,655 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 31,228 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 28,170 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 28,168 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 24,547 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 20,699 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 20,699 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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 GJE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FR62 GJE, 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 GJE registered?

FR62 GJE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 February 2013.

Is FR62 GJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR62 GJE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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