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FR62 HYX

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

87,757 mi
Last recorded87,757 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 87,757 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 79,636 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 75,489 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 69,305 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear shock absorbers and the O/S/F have a light misting of oil around them (5.3.2 (b))

front wipers smearing

Fail 10 Feb 2023 69,296 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear shock absorbers and the O/S/F have a light misting of oil around them (5.3.2 (b))

front wipers smearing

Pass 20 Jan 2022 64,657 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 64,657 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 59,379 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn badly inner edge.

Pass 28 Jan 2020 55,698 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 51,173 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 47,956 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 43,584 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 39,131 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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 HYX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 HYX, 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 FR62 HYX registered?

FR62 HYX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 February 2013.

Is FR62 HYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR62 HYX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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