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FV13 TLK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

128,276 mi
Last recorded128,276 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 TLK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 128,276 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 116,294 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 102,831 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 97,201 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge treads lifting/ cracking and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear, and perished/ cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 87,200 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears slightly low and perished/ cracked (5.2.3 (e))

under tray loose and damaged

Pass 18 Jun 2021 80,754 miles

Rear brake discs slightly corroded.

Pass 6 Jul 2020 76,263 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 67,045 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 67,045 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 55,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 48,062 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 37,522 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 37,230 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 TLK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc 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 TLK, 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 TLK registered?

FV13 TLK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is FV13 TLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 TLK 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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