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FV13 JXF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

131,558 mi
Last recorded131,558 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 JXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 131,558 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 117,415 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 102,981 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 89,218 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 76,275 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2020 68,999 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 60,595 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 50,867 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2018 45,056 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 39,004 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 39,004 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 29,109 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 JXF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 JXF, 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 JXF?

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What year was FV13 JXF registered?

FV13 JXF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 April 2013.

Is FV13 JXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 JXF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV13 JXF have outstanding finance?

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