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FT62 XXM

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

69,952 mi
Last recorded69,952 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT62 XXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 69,952 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2025 69,952 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill badly corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 67,972 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper sill behind A-pillar (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 66,220 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 64,454 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 63,101 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 60,698 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 58,327 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 54,815 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 51,530 miles

Covers fitted to under body obscuring inspection of testable items

Pass 14 Dec 2016 49,206 miles

under trays fitted obscuring view of certain testable items

Pass 23 Nov 2015 31,709 miles

n/s/f tyre 2mm

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 XXM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 XXM, 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 XXM registered?

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

Is FT62 XXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT62 XXM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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