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FR13 GHD

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Lincoln, 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 103,628 miles on the clock, averaging 6,906 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 FR13 GHD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
103,628
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2016
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,906

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading103,628 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,621
Average per year6,906
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR13 GHD 35k52k69k87k104k '16'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,628 miles
Since last MOT+6,621 miles
PASS
Mileage97,007 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,007 miles
Since last MOT+3,313 miles
PASS
Mileage93,694 miles
Since last MOT+6,067 miles
PASS
Mileage87,627 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,627 miles
Since last MOT+12,938 miles
PASS
Mileage74,689 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,689 miles
Since last MOT+5,577 miles
PASS
Mileage69,112 miles
Since last MOT+5,390 miles
PASS
Mileage63,722 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,722 miles
Since last MOT+6,193 miles
PASS
Mileage57,529 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,526 miles
Since last MOT+10,801 miles
PASS
Mileage46,725 miles
Since last MOT+3,951 miles
PASS
Mileage42,774 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,796 miles
Since last MOT+7,572 miles
PASS
Mileage35,224 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 GHD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
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 GHD

What car is FR13 GHD?

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

What is the mileage of FR13 GHD?

The last recorded mileage for FR13 GHD was 103,628 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR13 GHD passed its MOT?

FR13 GHD has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2026.

Is FR13 GHD ULEZ compliant?

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

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