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FR13 RYC

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1395cc

Black Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelPetrol
Engine1395cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1395cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 73,390 miles on the clock, averaging 4,975 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for FR13 RYC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
73,390
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2016
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
4,975

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,390 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,944
Average per year4,975
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR13 RYC 27k39k50k62k73k '16'25'22

Check FR13 RYC

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,390 miles
Since last MOT+1,944 miles
PASS
Mileage71,446 miles
Since last MOT+360 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,086 miles
Since last MOT+2,065 miles
PASS
Mileage69,021 miles
Since last MOT+4,887 miles
PASS
Mileage64,134 miles
Since last MOT+18,979 miles
PASS
Mileage45,155 miles
Since last MOT+5,789 miles
PASS
Mileage39,366 miles
Since last MOT+4,722 miles
PASS
Mileage34,644 miles
Since last MOT+3,332 miles
PASS
Mileage31,312 miles
Since last MOT+4,282 miles
PASS
Mileage27,030 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).

CGGA

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 RYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1395cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeFR — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About FR13 RYC

What car is FR13 RYC?

FR13 RYC is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2013.

What is the mileage of FR13 RYC?

The last recorded mileage for FR13 RYC was 73,390 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR13 RYC passed its MOT?

FR13 RYC has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Oct 2025.

Is FR13 RYC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FR13 RYC is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is FR13 RYC?

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