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FT13 HTJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,221 mi
Last recorded78,221 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2020
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2020 78,221 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip ZONE A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 73,961 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slight damage to side wall

Offside Front Tyre worn inner edges

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

Fail 17 Sep 2019 73,961 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slight damage to side wall

Offside Front Tyre worn inner edges

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 62,002 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2017 50,721 miles

Baby seat fitted to n/s/r seat

Pass 15 Oct 2016 37,848 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 HTJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 HTJ, 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 HTJ registered?

FT13 HTJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 May 2013.

Is FT13 HTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 HTJ shows 6 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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