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FR13 HLJ

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 106,217 miles on the clock, averaging 9,368 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 HLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,217
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2016
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
9,368

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading106,217 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,881
Average per year9,368
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FR13 HLJ 32k50k69k88k106k '16'24'21

Check FR13 HLJ

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,217 miles
Since last MOT+10,881 miles
PASS
Mileage95,336 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,336 miles
Since last MOT+8,018 miles
PASS
Mileage87,318 miles
Since last MOT+9,098 miles
PASS
Mileage78,220 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,218 miles
Since last MOT+221 miles
PASS
Mileage77,997 miles
Since last MOT+5,159 miles
PASS
Mileage72,838 miles
Since last MOT+11,451 miles
PASS
Mileage61,387 miles
Since last MOT+10,545 miles
PASS
Mileage50,842 miles
Since last MOT+6,675 miles
PASS
Mileage44,167 miles
Since last MOT+12,584 miles
PASS
Mileage31,583 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 HLJ
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 HLJ

What car is FR13 HLJ?

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

What is the mileage of FR13 HLJ?

The last recorded mileage for FR13 HLJ was 106,217 miles, recorded on 8 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR13 HLJ passed its MOT?

FR13 HLJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2024.

Is FR13 HLJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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