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FR62 KVG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

76,898 mi
Last recorded76,898 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR62 KVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 76,898 miles

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 16 Jun 2026 76,887 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link rod (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2025 75,807 miles

nearside is corroded

Fail 10 Jun 2025 75,807 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

nearside is corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2024 73,584 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn on inside egde (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 73,533 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn on inside egde (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 68,582 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 64,501 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 64,153 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 61,477 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 59,227 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2020 59,227 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 52,324 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 45,156 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on outer shoulder

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer shoulder

Fail 16 Jan 2018 45,156 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on outer shoulder

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer shoulder

Pass 17 Jan 2017 38,596 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 31,130 miles

the vehicle has engine covers and under trays 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 KVG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KVG, 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 KVG registered?

FR62 KVG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 February 2013.

Is FR62 KVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR62 KVG shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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