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FT13 ZGE

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,124 mi
Last recorded89,124 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 ZGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 89,124 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 81,674 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both Front & Rear Plates (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jun 2023 81,674 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both Front & Rear Plates (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 73,630 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

o/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 10 Jun 2022 73,630 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

o/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 24 Jun 2021 65,108 miles

Front tyres starting to wear low

Pass 23 Jun 2020 57,370 miles

minor damage n/s/r inner lamp lens

Fail 23 Jun 2020 57,370 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

minor damage n/s/r inner lamp lens

Pass 18 Jun 2019 48,491 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 39,648 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2017 31,832 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 24,404 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 ZGE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZGE, 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 ZGE registered?

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

Is FT13 ZGE safe to buy?

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