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FT13 EKZ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

93,974 mi
Last recorded93,974 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2023
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 EKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2023 93,974 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 90,430 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 85,954 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 84,115 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 77,835 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 70,639 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 54,690 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 39,432 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 35,606 miles

both rear tyres,outer walls perishing

Fail 10 May 2016 35,606 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres,outer walls perishing

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 EKZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EKZ, 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 EKZ registered?

FT13 EKZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 May 2013.

Is FT13 EKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 EKZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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