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FV13 GZL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,827 mi
Last recorded52,827 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 GZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2026 52,827 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 50,351 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 46,510 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 42,403 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 38,757 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 34,711 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 31,527 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 28,079 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 24,589 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 20,881 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 17,354 miles

OSF tyre slightly perished round tread

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 GZL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GZL, 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 GZL?

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What year was FV13 GZL registered?

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

Is FV13 GZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 GZL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV13 GZL have outstanding finance?

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