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FT13 EEX

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 173,780 miles on the clock, averaging 12,684 miles per year, above 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 FT13 EEX

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,780
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2016
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
12,684

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,780 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year12,684
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FT13 EEX 54k84k114k144k174k '16'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,780 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage173,776 miles
Since last MOT+10,161 miles
PASS
Mileage163,615 miles
Since last MOT+10,642 miles
PASS
Mileage152,973 miles
Since last MOT+9,036 miles
PASS
Mileage143,937 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,937 miles
Since last MOT+10,409 miles
PASS
Mileage133,528 miles
Since last MOT+10,679 miles
PASS
Mileage122,849 miles
Since last MOT+17,739 miles
PASS
Mileage105,110 miles
Since last MOT+15,461 miles
PASS
Mileage89,649 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,631 miles
Since last MOT+16,300 miles
PASS
Mileage73,331 miles
Since last MOT+19,213 miles
PASS
Mileage54,118 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

RegistrationFT13 EEX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeFT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About FT13 EEX

What car is FT13 EEX?

FT13 EEX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2013.

What is the mileage of FT13 EEX?

The last recorded mileage for FT13 EEX was 173,780 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT13 EEX passed its MOT?

FT13 EEX has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2025.

Is FT13 EEX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT13 EEX 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 FT13 EEX?

FT13 EEX is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.