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FT13 HEU

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

108,127 mi
Last recorded108,127 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 HEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 108,127 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 99,747 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Heatsheild loose above rear silencer, not likely to become detached

Pass 29 Sep 2022 91,729 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 83,805 miles

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

Rear Protective sheaths on rear brake flex hoses are splitting

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake backing plate missing

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Oct 2020 75,513 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake backing plate missing

Rear Protective sheaths split on both rear brake flexi hoses

Fail 26 Oct 2020 75,513 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Indicates a fault (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake backing plate missing

Rear Protective sheaths split on both rear brake flexi hoses

Pass 14 May 2019 62,296 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 45,504 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 39,596 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 29,314 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 HEU is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,968cc 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 HEU, 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.

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What year was FT13 HEU registered?

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

Is FT13 HEU safe to buy?

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