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FV13 VJL

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,375 mi
Last recorded108,375 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 VJL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 108,375 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jan 2025 108,375 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5 mm and worn on edges badly. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5 mm and worn on edges badly. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges badly. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 99,984 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 90,667 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm. remaining and wearing unevenly on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear wiper blade is split/torn!

Pass 13 Jan 2022 81,803 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2021 73,174 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 66,316 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 52,844 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2018 44,514 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 33,909 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 23,293 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 23,293 miles

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

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 VJL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VJL, 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.

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What year was FV13 VJL registered?

FV13 VJL is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 May 2013.

Is FV13 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 VJL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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