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FT13 ENL

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 83,512 miles on the clock, averaging 5,667 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 FT13 ENL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
83,512
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2016
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,667

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

Below average
Latest reading83,512 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,667
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT13 ENL 25k40k54k69k84k '16'26'21

Check FT13 ENL

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,512 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,512 miles
Since last MOT+7,014 miles
PASS
Mileage76,498 miles
Since last MOT+8,923 miles
PASS
Mileage67,575 miles
Since last MOT+4,239 miles
PASS
Mileage63,336 miles
Since last MOT+5,025 miles
PASS
Mileage58,311 miles
Since last MOT+3,690 miles
PASS
Mileage54,621 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,621 miles
Since last MOT+2,639 miles
PASS
Mileage51,982 miles
Since last MOT+4,941 miles
PASS
Mileage47,041 miles
Since last MOT+6,352 miles
PASS
Mileage40,689 miles
Since last MOT+7,389 miles
PASS
Mileage33,300 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,300 miles
Since last MOT+7,890 miles
PASS
Mileage25,410 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,410 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 ENL
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 ENL

What car is FT13 ENL?

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

What is the mileage of FT13 ENL?

The last recorded mileage for FT13 ENL was 83,512 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT13 ENL passed its MOT?

FT13 ENL has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2026.

Is FT13 ENL ULEZ compliant?

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

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