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FR62 GXB

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

174,407 mi
Last recorded174,407 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR62 GXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 174,407 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2026 174,403 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 164,053 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 151,313 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 138,826 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 124,566 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 110,749 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 100,457 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 83,541 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 66,641 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 49,020 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 35,980 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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FR62 GXB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GXB, 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

How do I check the history of FR62 GXB?

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What year was FR62 GXB registered?

FR62 GXB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 February 2013.

Is FR62 GXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR62 GXB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FR62 GXB have outstanding finance?

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