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FT63 FML

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,286 mi
Last recorded67,286 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 67,286 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 62,785 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 57,692 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 57,692 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 52,745 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 47,654 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2020 44,962 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 42,203 miles

zero emissions

Pass 3 Dec 2018 37,159 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Front 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))

Zero emissions detected

Pass 30 Nov 2017 32,556 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

Zero emissions detected

Fail 30 Nov 2017 32,556 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Split (8.2.2)

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

Zero emissions detected

Pass 1 Dec 2016 27,018 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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FT63 FML is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FML, 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.

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What year was FT63 FML registered?

FT63 FML is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 December 2013.

Is FT63 FML safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT63 FML shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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