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FV13 ULK

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,550 mi
Last recorded149,550 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 ULK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 149,550 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 138,340 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 123,836 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 108,391 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 93,525 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 64,118 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 55,856 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 42,045 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 31,972 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 ULK is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ULK, 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 ULK?

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What year was FV13 ULK registered?

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

Is FV13 ULK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 ULK shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV13 ULK have outstanding finance?

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