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FT13 WCG

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,667 mi
Last recorded135,667 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 WCG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2025 135,667 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 135,442 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 116,515 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 98,208 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 82,295 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 67,133 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 56,376 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 45,622 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 45,558 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 42,602 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 39,602 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 33,272 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 WCG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WCG, 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 WCG registered?

FT13 WCG is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 May 2013.

Is FT13 WCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 WCG shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FT13 WCG have outstanding finance?

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