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FV13 VFE

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

115,246 mi
Last recorded115,246 miles
Recorded on8 May 2021
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2021 115,246 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 108,194 miles

lower radiator support missing

Pass 8 Apr 2019 88,454 miles

lower rad support missing

Pass 11 Apr 2018 71,072 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 50,856 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 40,779 miles

surface corrosion rear brake discs

Fail 21 Mar 2016 40,779 miles

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

surface corrosion rear brake discs

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 VFE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VFE, 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 VFE registered?

FV13 VFE is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 May 2013.

Is FV13 VFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 VFE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV13 VFE have outstanding finance?

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