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2013 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · FR13 FKO

FR13 FKO

2013 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 24 Jun 2013. Recorded mileage 93,417 miles. MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2013 · Lincoln
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12 Jan 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
93,417 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 12 Jan 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2013
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 30 December 2025 at 93,417 miles recorded no defects or advisories, indicating a stable mechanical condition. This trend of zero defects across the last several years suggests that the previous owners have proactively addressed minor issues before they could escalate into failures or significant safety advisories. The mileage pattern is consistent with low-to-moderate usage for its age, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per annum. Data shows a notable gap between January 2022 and December 2022, where the car covered 5,933 miles in nearly eleven months. However, usage has increased more recently, with 14,094 miles recorded between January 2024 and December 2025. The low total mileage for a thirteen-year-old Golf generally reduces the expected wear on drivetrain components, engine internals, and suspension bushings compared to higher-mileage counterparts. While the MOT record shows no structural corrosion or recurring mechanical faults, a buyer should conduct a physical inspection to focus on age-related degradation that tests do not always capture. Given the vehicle's age, check the rubber components such as control arm bushes and brake boots for cracking or perish despite the low mileage. You should also inspect the brake discs for pitting or corrosion, as low-mileage vehicles can suffer from surface oxidation if left stationary for extended periods between uses.
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FR13 FKO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/12/2025
  • 93,417 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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FR13 FKO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Oct 2026, 19:37
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volkswagen Golf (FR13 FKO) between January 2022 and December 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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ADVISORY

FR13 FKO Mileage History

  1. 12/01/202269,544 mi
  2. 22/12/202275,477 mi+5,933 mi
  3. 13/01/202489,323 mi+13,846 mi
  4. 30/12/202491,551 mi+2,228 mi
  5. 30/12/202593,417 mi+1,866 mi

Average of roughly 6,023 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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