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FP13 RSO

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 81,159 miles on the clock, averaging 6,643 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 RSO

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,159
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2016
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,643

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 reading81,159 miles
Reading date
Miles last year122
Average per year6,643
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FP13 RSO 19k35k50k66k81k '16'25'21

Check FP13 RSO

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,159 miles
Since last MOT+122 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,037 miles
Since last MOT+5,935 miles
PASS
Mileage75,102 miles
Since last MOT+7,067 miles
PASS
Mileage68,035 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,035 miles
Since last MOT+7,783 miles
PASS
Mileage60,252 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,252 miles
Since last MOT+7,649 miles
PASS
Mileage52,603 miles
Since last MOT+9,504 miles
PASS
Mileage43,099 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,099 miles
Since last MOT+6,308 miles
PASS
Mileage36,791 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,791 miles
Since last MOT+4,599 miles
PASS
Mileage32,192 miles
Since last MOT+5,290 miles
PASS
Mileage26,902 miles
Since last MOT+7,872 miles
PASS
Mileage19,030 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 RSO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
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 RSO

What car is FP13 RSO?

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

What is the mileage of FP13 RSO?

The last recorded mileage for FP13 RSO was 81,159 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP13 RSO passed its MOT?

FP13 RSO has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2025.

Is FP13 RSO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP13 RSO 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 RSO?

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