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FV13 AXP

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,856 mi
Last recorded58,856 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 AXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 58,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 54,361 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 50,898 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 50,898 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 45,396 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 45,341 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2022 40,913 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 36,300 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 30,484 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 23,563 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 21,809 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 21,142 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 17,124 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 42,419 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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FV13 AXP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FV13 AXP, 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

How do I check the history of FV13 AXP?

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What year was FV13 AXP registered?

FV13 AXP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 March 2013.

Is FV13 AXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 AXP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV13 AXP have outstanding finance?

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