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FR13 UPH

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 96,010 miles on the clock, averaging 7,675 miles per year, around 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 UPH

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,010
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2016
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
7,675

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading96,010 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,201
Average per year7,675
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR13 UPH 26k44k61k79k96k '16'25'21

Check FR13 UPH

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,010 miles
Since last MOT+2,201 miles
PASS
Mileage93,809 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,809 miles
Since last MOT+5,767 miles
PASS
Mileage88,042 miles
Since last MOT+9,994 miles
PASS
Mileage78,048 miles
Since last MOT+11,432 miles
PASS
Mileage66,616 miles
Since last MOT+4,147 miles
PASS
Mileage62,469 miles
Since last MOT+9,244 miles
PASS
Mileage53,225 miles
Since last MOT+9,343 miles
PASS
Mileage43,882 miles
Since last MOT+9,295 miles
PASS
Mileage34,587 miles
Since last MOT+8,090 miles
PASS
Mileage26,497 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 UPH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
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 UPH

What car is FR13 UPH?

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

What is the mileage of FR13 UPH?

The last recorded mileage for FR13 UPH was 96,010 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR13 UPH passed its MOT?

FR13 UPH has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Jul 2025.

Is FR13 UPH ULEZ compliant?

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

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