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FP13 FTJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2013 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 80,417 miles on the clock, averaging 5,434 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for FP13 FTJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
80,417
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2016
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
5,434

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading80,417 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,498
Average per year5,434
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FP13 FTJ 25k39k53k67k80k '16'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,417 miles
Since last MOT+3,498 miles
PASS
Mileage76,919 miles
Since last MOT+5,880 miles
PASS
Mileage71,039 miles
Since last MOT+5,088 miles
PASS
Mileage65,951 miles
Since last MOT+7,739 miles
PASS
Mileage58,212 miles
Since last MOT+6,079 miles
PASS
Mileage52,133 miles
Since last MOT+4,318 miles
PASS
Mileage47,815 miles
Since last MOT+6,486 miles
PASS
Mileage41,329 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,329 miles
Since last MOT+5,811 miles
PASS
Mileage35,518 miles
Since last MOT+5,227 miles
PASS
Mileage30,291 miles
Since last MOT+5,222 miles
PASS
Mileage25,069 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)

Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).

Window regulators (driver's door mainly)

Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).

Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)

Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).

ABS sensor/module faults

Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).

CAYC

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP13 FTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About FP13 FTJ

What car is FP13 FTJ?

FP13 FTJ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2013.

What is the mileage of FP13 FTJ?

The last recorded mileage for FP13 FTJ was 80,417 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP13 FTJ passed its MOT?

FP13 FTJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Jul 2026.

Is FP13 FTJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP13 FTJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FP13 FTJ?

FP13 FTJ is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.