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FT13 FDO

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

142,353 mi
Last recorded142,353 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 FDO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 142,353 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 125,748 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 110,270 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 109,141 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn off on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 100,866 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 91,074 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 91,074 miles

Offside Front Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 81,577 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 70,486 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 59,271 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 May 2018 45,098 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 34,626 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 26,285 miles

Rear tyres cracking between treads.

Fail 16 May 2016 26,285 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

All 4 tyres cracking between tread

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 FDO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FDO, 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 FDO registered?

FT13 FDO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 May 2013.

Is FT13 FDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 FDO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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