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FT62 XXB

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,446 mi
Last recorded85,446 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT62 XXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 85,446 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 76,648 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 68,568 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 61,761 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 54,356 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 48,577 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 44,065 miles

Nearside mirror slightly damaged

Pass 8 Nov 2018 37,716 miles

cracking to the outer side walls on both rear tyres

front under tray insecure at back corners

Pass 26 Oct 2017 33,390 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear both sides tyres deteriated

Fail 26 Oct 2017 33,390 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear both sides tyres deteriated

Registration plate lamp not working broken wires okay now (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 29,163 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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FT62 XXB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FT62 XXB, 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 FT62 XXB registered?

FT62 XXB is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 January 2013.

Is FT62 XXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT62 XXB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FT62 XXB have outstanding finance?

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