2013 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · FR13 FHM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding reactive repairs. While it passed its latest MOT on 18 June 2026 at 85,907 miles, it failed just one week prior due to multiple safety defects. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to immediate failures involving critical components and structural corrosion suggests that the owner is only addressing faults when necessitated by the annual test rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 85,907 miles over 13 years, the Golf has averaged approximately 6,600 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-to-moderate usage. The data shows consistent annual mileage, with roughly 6,000 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 5,200 miles between June 2025 and 2026. However, the low mileage has not prevented agerelated degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the recurring perishing tyres and the rapid deterioration of the drive shaft boot. A buyer must focus closely on the structural integrity of the sills and the sub-frame. The tester flagged corrosion on the nearside and offside front sills in 2026, alongside a corroded rear sub-frame. While the sub-frame was not deemed seriously weakened yet, corrosion on Volkswagen vehicles of this era often accelerates and can lead to structural failure. The failure of the offside front outer CV boot also indicates that grease has likely escaped, which risks imminent damage to the drive shaft joint itself if not replaced immediately.