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FT13 HPL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,195 mi
Last recorded79,195 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2025 79,195 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 71,456 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 61,903 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 57,727 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

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 Outer Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 47,297 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 42,155 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2020 42,155 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 36,883 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 36,883 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2018 31,064 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 26,458 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 22,868 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 HPL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HPL, 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 HPL registered?

FT13 HPL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 May 2013.

Is FT13 HPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 HPL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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