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FT13 GMV

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,308 mi
Last recorded160,308 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 GMV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2024 160,308 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 143,296 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 134,214 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 134,214 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 131,409 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 104,437 miles

front number plate cracked

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 79,700 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

undertrays fitted

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 GMV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 GMV, 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 GMV?

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What year was FT13 GMV registered?

FT13 GMV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 July 2013.

Is FT13 GMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 GMV shows 7 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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