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FV13 LWY

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

108,565 mi
Last recorded108,565 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 LWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 108,565 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 100,277 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 98,024 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 88,884 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2022 81,584 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 73,095 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 68,706 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2020 68,706 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high PRS (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 63,327 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 55,538 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 55,538 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 47,465 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH EDGED (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 36,659 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 LWY is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 LWY, 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 LWY registered?

FV13 LWY is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 April 2013.

Is FV13 LWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 LWY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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