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FR62 MWE

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,311 mi
Last recorded100,311 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2024
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2024 100,311 miles

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

under-trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Feb 2023 98,188 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Dec 2021 94,148 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 89,958 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2020 89,958 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2020 84,596 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 71,716 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Feb 2019 71,581 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 56,790 miles

Front brake pads look around 75% worn

Pass 17 Jan 2017 45,683 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 36,443 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 36,312 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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)

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 MWE 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 75%.

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 MWE, 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 MWE registered?

FR62 MWE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 February 2013.

Is FR62 MWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR62 MWE shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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