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FT13 KRX

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

123,875 mi
Last recorded123,875 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 KRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 123,875 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 115,515 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 103,584 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2022 88,986 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 69,885 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 53,927 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers and under body covers fitted

Pass 14 May 2018 44,843 miles

Diesel smoke test completed but did not produce a reading due to low emissions

Nearside Rear tyre 195/65/15 starting to wear on inner edge

engine covers fitted

under body covers fitted

Pass 24 May 2017 36,662 miles

diesel smoke test completed but did not produce a reading due to low emissions

engine coverts fitted

under body covers fitted

Fail 24 May 2017 36,662 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18" aero (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26" aero (8.2.2)

diesel smoke test completed but did not produce a reading due to low emissions

engine coverts fitted

under body covers fitted

Pass 13 May 2016 28,909 miles

exhaust emissions too low for print

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 KRX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 KRX, 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 KRX registered?

FT13 KRX is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is FT13 KRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 KRX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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