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FR13 WGW

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 77,543 miles on the clock, averaging 5,303 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 WGW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
77,543
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2016
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
5,303

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 reading77,543 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,213
Average per year5,303
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FR13 WGW 28k40k53k65k78k '16'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,543 miles
Since last MOT+1,213 miles
PASS
Mileage76,330 miles
Since last MOT+3,247 miles
PASS
Mileage73,083 miles
Since last MOT+3,216 miles
PASS
Mileage69,867 miles
Since last MOT+2,665 miles
PASS
Mileage67,202 miles
Since last MOT+3,091 miles
PASS
Mileage64,111 miles
Since last MOT+5,021 miles
PASS
Mileage59,090 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,090 miles
Since last MOT+5,413 miles
PASS
Mileage53,677 miles
Since last MOT+8,260 miles
PASS
Mileage45,417 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,416 miles
Since last MOT+8,597 miles
PASS
Mileage36,819 miles
Since last MOT+9,145 miles
PASS
Mileage27,674 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 WGW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
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 WGW

What car is FR13 WGW?

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

What is the mileage of FR13 WGW?

The last recorded mileage for FR13 WGW was 77,543 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FR13 WGW passed its MOT?

FR13 WGW has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2025.

Is FR13 WGW ULEZ compliant?

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

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