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FT13 XZL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,062 mi
Last recorded91,062 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 91,062 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 85,482 miles

slight judder rear brakes

Pass 2 Apr 2024 81,295 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 76,731 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 76,731 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 72,022 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 64,677 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 64,677 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 59,514 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 59,506 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 52,857 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2018 52,857 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 45,962 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inside edge close to legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge close to legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 36,660 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 33,961 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 XZL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XZL, 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 XZL registered?

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

Is FT13 XZL safe to buy?

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