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FT13 DKU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

56,478 mi
Last recorded56,478 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 DKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 56,478 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 50,639 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 46,285 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2024 46,285 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 40,656 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 40,656 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 35,950 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 34,292 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 33,260 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 30,364 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 27,433 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 24,544 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 21,322 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 21,322 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 DKU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FT13 DKU, 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

How do I check the history of FT13 DKU?

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What year was FT13 DKU registered?

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

Is FT13 DKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 DKU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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