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FT63 FKK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,766 mi
Last recorded131,766 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2024
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT63 FKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2024 131,766 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 111,523 miles

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Under trays/covers fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Pass 20 Dec 2021 99,827 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 87,801 miles

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Pass 20 Dec 2019 80,090 miles

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

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

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

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Pass 18 Dec 2018 72,006 miles

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 64,949 miles

Engine/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

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

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

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Dec 2017 64,949 miles

Engine/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

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

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

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 47,841 miles

Engine/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

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

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

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Dec 2016 47,841 miles

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

Engine/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FT63 FKK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FT63 FKK, 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 FT63 FKK registered?

FT63 FKK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 December 2013.

Is FT63 FKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT63 FKK shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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