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FT13 BSX

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,310 mi
Last recorded97,310 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 BSX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2025 97,310 miles

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

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

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2024 93,345 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Dec 2023 90,297 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 88,755 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panels fitted unable to check some components

Pass 26 Nov 2021 73,752 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 63,518 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))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 56,338 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 50,439 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 46,237 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 38,353 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 30,463 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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FT13 BSX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BSX, 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 FT13 BSX registered?

FT13 BSX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 May 2013.

Is FT13 BSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 BSX shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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