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FT62 YXM

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,639 mi
Last recorded85,639 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT62 YXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 85,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

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

stone chip in front screen less 10 m/m

Fail 20 Jan 2017 85,639 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

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

stone chip in front screen less 10 m/m

Pass 20 Jan 2016 53,481 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 53,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 YXM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FT62 YXM, 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 YXM registered?

FT62 YXM is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 January 2013.

Is FT62 YXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT62 YXM shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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