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FR13 FNJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 185,086 miles on the clock, averaging 15,353 miles per year, above 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 FR13 FNJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
185,086
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2016
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
15,353

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading185,086 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9
Average per year15,353
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FR13 FNJ 45k80k115k150k185k '16'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage185,086 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage185,077 miles
Since last MOT+22,671 miles
PASS
Mileage162,406 miles
Since last MOT+24,231 miles
PASS
Mileage138,175 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,166 miles
Since last MOT+18,492 miles
PASS
Mileage119,674 miles
Since last MOT+14,228 miles
PASS
Mileage105,446 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,446 miles
Since last MOT+10,728 miles
PASS
Mileage94,718 miles
Since last MOT+10,177 miles
PASS
Mileage84,541 miles
Since last MOT+12,727 miles
PASS
Mileage71,814 miles
Since last MOT+11,755 miles
PASS
Mileage60,059 miles
Since last MOT+15,043 miles
PASS
Mileage45,016 miles
Since last MOT+250 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,766 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

RegistrationFR13 FNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeFR — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About FR13 FNJ

What car is FR13 FNJ?

FR13 FNJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2013.

What is the mileage of FR13 FNJ?

The last recorded mileage for FR13 FNJ was 185,086 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR13 FNJ passed its MOT?

FR13 FNJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2025.

Is FR13 FNJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FR13 FNJ 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 FR13 FNJ?

FR13 FNJ is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.