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FT62 XXV

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,609 mi
Last recorded67,609 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 67,609 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 60,884 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 59,318 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 55,583 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 52,260 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 47,941 miles

both rear axle bushes worn,perished

n/s/f tyre - tread lines perished and cracked

Pass 19 Jan 2021 43,727 miles

n/s/f shock absorber - slight oil leak present

Pass 15 Jan 2020 41,068 miles

o/s/r shock absorber worn & leaking

Fail 15 Jan 2020 41,068 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

o/s/r shock absorber worn & leaking

Pass 10 Jan 2019 36,164 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 31,139 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 31,139 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 26,644 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 22,638 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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FT62 XXV is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XXV, 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 XXV registered?

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

Is FT62 XXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT62 XXV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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