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FR13 HLK

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 87,519 miles on the clock, averaging 6,097 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 HLK

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,519
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2015
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,097

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading87,519 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,641
Average per year6,097
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR13 HLK 27k42k57k72k88k '15'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,519 miles
Since last MOT+10,641 miles
PASS
Mileage76,878 miles
Since last MOT+10,414 miles
PASS
Mileage66,464 miles
Since last MOT+2,448 miles
PASS
Mileage64,016 miles
Since last MOT+2,663 miles
PASS
Mileage61,353 miles
Since last MOT+3,906 miles
PASS
Mileage57,447 miles
Since last MOT+4,881 miles
PASS
Mileage52,566 miles
Since last MOT+4,325 miles
PASS
Mileage48,241 miles
Since last MOT+6,976 miles
PASS
Mileage41,265 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,265 miles
Since last MOT+14,227 miles
PASS
Mileage27,038 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 HLK
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 HLK

What car is FR13 HLK?

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

What is the mileage of FR13 HLK?

The last recorded mileage for FR13 HLK was 87,519 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR13 HLK passed its MOT?

FR13 HLK has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Oct 2025.

Is FR13 HLK ULEZ compliant?

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

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