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FT13 HVM

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,996 mi
Last recorded99,996 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 99,996 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 93,547 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 93,547 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 85,339 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 77,611 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2021 70,141 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 70,141 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2020 63,728 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 56,396 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 49,227 miles

engine trims fitted

front tyres worn on edges

under trays fitted

Fail 7 Jun 2018 49,227 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working mirror repeater inop (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

engine trims fitted

front tyres worn on edges

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2017 42,502 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 33,582 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 HVM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HVM, 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 HVM registered?

FT13 HVM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 June 2013.

Is FT13 HVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 HVM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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