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FR13 KNW

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 68,923 miles on the clock, averaging 6,435 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 KNW

MOT Status
Due date passed
68,923
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2016
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
6,435

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading68,923 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,842
Average per year6,435
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FR13 KNW 37k45k53k61k69k '16'21'18

Check FR13 KNW

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage68,923 miles
Since last MOT+6,842 miles
PASS
Mileage62,081 miles
Since last MOT+5,942 miles
PASS
Mileage56,139 miles
Since last MOT+6,097 miles
PASS
Mileage50,042 miles
Since last MOT+6,460 miles
PASS
Mileage43,582 miles
Since last MOT+59 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,523 miles
Since last MOT+6,169 miles
PASS
Mileage37,354 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 KNW
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 KNW

What car is FR13 KNW?

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

What is the mileage of FR13 KNW?

The last recorded mileage for FR13 KNW was 68,923 miles, recorded on 7 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR13 KNW passed its MOT?

FR13 KNW has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 May 2021.

Is FR13 KNW ULEZ compliant?

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

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