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FT13 EFG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,747 mi
Last recorded118,747 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2026 118,747 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 114,622 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 108,248 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 99,773 miles

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

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

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

front registration plate slight damage

rear axle beam corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2022 90,157 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 81,693 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 74,568 miles

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

Offside Front 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 8 May 2019 64,148 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 50,603 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 37,791 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 27,941 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 EFG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel 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 EFG, 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 EFG registered?

FT13 EFG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 May 2013.

Is FT13 EFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 EFG 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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