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FV13 NSN

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

92,577 mi
Last recorded92,577 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 92,577 miles

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 17 Oct 2025 92,476 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 22 Oct 2024 86,783 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 79,570 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 72,905 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 65,956 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 60,679 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 51,579 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 45,443 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 36,786 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 28,655 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 NSN is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NSN, 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 NSN?

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What year was FV13 NSN registered?

FV13 NSN is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 April 2013.

Is FV13 NSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 NSN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV13 NSN have outstanding finance?

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