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FV13 UKZ

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

72,421 mi
Last recorded72,421 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 72,421 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 72,195 miles

enine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 27 Aug 2024 71,788 miles

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

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

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

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

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

engine bay covers and under body trays obscuring some components

Pass 22 Aug 2023 71,294 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 68,348 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 62,894 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 56,320 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 56,320 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 47,723 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 41,155 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 34,571 miles

RPM to low to register emissions test

Fail 10 Apr 2017 34,571 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

RPM to low to register emissions test

Pass 8 Apr 2016 28,263 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 UKZ 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 UKZ, 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 UKZ registered?

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

Is FV13 UKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 UKZ 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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