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FV13 GZA

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

149,206 mi
Last recorded149,206 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 GZA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 149,206 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 139,973 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 130,280 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear exhaust heat shield damaged/loose

Fail 28 Mar 2024 130,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Rear exhaust heat shield damaged/loose

Pass 3 Apr 2023 120,949 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 120,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 111,285 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 111,285 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 103,280 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 95,379 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2020 95,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 80,751 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 63,757 miles

windscreen crack n/s/f top out of swept area

Pass 24 Apr 2017 50,242 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 48,573 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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FV13 GZA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GZA, 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 GZA registered?

FV13 GZA is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 April 2013.

Is FV13 GZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 GZA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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