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FV13 OBF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

127,531 mi
Last recorded127,531 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 127,531 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 May 2025 113,095 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 May 2024 101,213 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2024 101,213 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 May 2023 92,376 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 May 2022 84,435 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 71,279 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 63,504 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 58,977 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 54,178 miles

Advise all shock absorbers showing signs of top seal seepage

Advise front tyres wearing inner and outer edges and 4mm tread depth

Pass 27 Apr 2017 46,920 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 41,727 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 OBF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel 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 OBF, 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 OBF registered?

FV13 OBF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 April 2013.

Is FV13 OBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 OBF 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 OBF have outstanding finance?

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