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FT13 AZU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,473 mi
Last recorded99,473 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 AZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 99,473 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 85,744 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALSO HEAVILY WORN ON INNER EDGE THROUGH TO SECOND LAYER OF RUBBER (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH REARS (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 73,506 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))

Fail 23 Apr 2024 73,506 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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 14 Apr 2023 67,295 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 61,825 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 61,198 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 57,868 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 55,611 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 50,365 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 44,078 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 36,580 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 29,279 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 29,279 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FT13 AZU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel 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 FT13 AZU, 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 FT13 AZU registered?

FT13 AZU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 May 2013.

Is FT13 AZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 AZU 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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