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FT13 DWP

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

75,190 mi
Last recorded75,190 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 DWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 75,190 miles

front brake pads appear low .......

Pass 10 Jun 2025 61,432 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 10 Jun 2025 61,426 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 49,287 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 46,606 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Would benefit from replacing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 42,860 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 39,324 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 38,012 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 33,929 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 28,922 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 25,628 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 21,870 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 21,870 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 DWP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 DWP, 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 DWP registered?

FT13 DWP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 May 2013.

Is FT13 DWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 DWP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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