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FR13 GJZ

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Lincoln, 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 195,198 miles on the clock, averaging 17,237 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 GJZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
195,198
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2016
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
17,237

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 reading195,198 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,189
Average per year17,237
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR13 GJZ 50k86k123k159k195k '16'24'23

Check FR13 GJZ

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage195,198 miles
Since last MOT+6,189 miles
PASS
Mileage189,009 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage189,009 miles
Since last MOT+10,171 miles
PASS
Mileage178,838 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage178,838 miles
Since last MOT+7,105 miles
PASS
Mileage171,733 miles
Since last MOT+48,433 miles
PASS
Mileage123,300 miles
Since last MOT+18,775 miles
PASS
Mileage104,525 miles
Since last MOT+32,527 miles
PASS
Mileage71,998 miles
Since last MOT+21,872 miles
PASS
Mileage50,126 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 GJZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
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 GJZ

What car is FR13 GJZ?

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

What is the mileage of FR13 GJZ?

The last recorded mileage for FR13 GJZ was 195,198 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR13 GJZ passed its MOT?

FR13 GJZ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Dec 2024.

Is FR13 GJZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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