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FV13 VHP

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

66,913 mi
Last recorded66,913 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 VHP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 66,913 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 63,246 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 58,312 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 53,656 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 49,040 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 44,432 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 44,432 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not clipping / holding (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 37,641 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 28,606 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 15,531 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 13,282 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 VHP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VHP, 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 VHP registered?

FV13 VHP is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 May 2013.

Is FV13 VHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 VHP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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