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FR13 WDY

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1197cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelPetrol
Engine1197cc
ColourGrey
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 1197cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 45,263 miles on the clock, averaging 2,855 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).

MOT & Mileage History for FR13 WDY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
45,263
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
2,855

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading45,263 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,098
Average per year2,855
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR13 WDY 18k25k32k38k45k '16'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage45,263 miles
Since last MOT+1,098 miles
PASS
Mileage44,165 miles
Since last MOT+3,423 miles
PASS
Mileage40,742 miles
Since last MOT+3,855 miles
PASS
Mileage36,887 miles
Since last MOT+2,846 miles
PASS
Mileage34,041 miles
Since last MOT+3,381 miles
PASS
Mileage30,660 miles
Since last MOT+5,626 miles
PASS
Mileage25,034 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,034 miles
Since last MOT+2,105 miles
PASS
Mileage22,929 miles
Since last MOT+2,982 miles
PASS
Mileage19,947 miles
Since last MOT+2,006 miles
PASS
Mileage17,941 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).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 WDY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1197cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeFR — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About FR13 WDY

What car is FR13 WDY?

FR13 WDY is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2013.

What is the mileage of FR13 WDY?

The last recorded mileage for FR13 WDY was 45,263 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR13 WDY passed its MOT?

FR13 WDY has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Jan 2026.

Is FR13 WDY ULEZ compliant?

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

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