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FT13 KBX

2013 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

158,546 mi
Last recorded158,546 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 158,546 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2025 158,539 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 153,258 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 150,089 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 144,918 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 129,326 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 119,105 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 112,653 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 101,329 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 KBX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 KBX, 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 KBX registered?

FT13 KBX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 August 2013.

Is FT13 KBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 KBX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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