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FT13 ZFO

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

138,796 mi
Last recorded138,796 miles
Recorded on26 Dec 2024
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 ZFO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Dec 2024 138,796 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Quarter covered in tape

Pass 11 Mar 2024 128,252 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

undertrays fitted

Fail 11 Mar 2024 128,252 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2023 124,091 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 104,766 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 84,995 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 63,484 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 49,626 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 35,810 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 27,521 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 ZFO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,395cc petrol 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 ZFO, 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 ZFO registered?

FT13 ZFO is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 June 2013.

Is FT13 ZFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT13 ZFO 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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