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FV13 BFP

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

104,514 mi
Last recorded104,514 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 BFP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 104,514 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 99,249 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 94,965 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 89,599 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 85,223 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 80,792 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect perishing within tread (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 14 Oct 2020 80,792 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect perishing within tread (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 70,940 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 60,008 miles

near side rear tyre is starting to wear on outtre edge

Fail 4 Apr 2018 60,008 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

near side rear tyre is starting to wear on outtre edge

Pass 7 Apr 2017 50,781 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 43,226 miles

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

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 BFP 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 FV13 BFP, 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 FV13 BFP registered?

FV13 BFP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 April 2013.

Is FV13 BFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 BFP 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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