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FT13 BWW

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

63,330 mi
Last recorded63,330 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 BWW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 63,330 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 61,691 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 60,400 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2024 60,400 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 55,184 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 42,475 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 31,890 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 28,712 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2018 26,612 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 24,413 miles

Nearside wiper split

Pass 28 May 2016 21,967 miles

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

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

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 BWW is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BWW, 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 BWW registered?

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

Is FT13 BWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 BWW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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