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FT13 ZBW

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.

MOT & Mileage History for FT13 ZBW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
134,965
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
9,889

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading134,965 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,721
Average per year9,889
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FT13 ZBW 38k62k87k111k135k '16'26'21

Check FT13 ZBW

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,965 miles
Since last MOT+6,721 miles
PASS
Mileage128,244 miles
Since last MOT+6,331 miles
PASS
Mileage121,913 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,913 miles
Since last MOT+6,486 miles
PASS
Mileage115,427 miles
Since last MOT+6,593 miles
PASS
Mileage108,834 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,834 miles
Since last MOT+11,163 miles
PASS
Mileage97,671 miles
Since last MOT+9,377 miles
PASS
Mileage88,294 miles
Since last MOT+14,936 miles
PASS
Mileage73,358 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,358 miles
Since last MOT+14,164 miles
PASS
Mileage59,194 miles
Since last MOT+13,321 miles
PASS
Mileage45,873 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,873 miles
Since last MOT+7,649 miles
PASS
Mileage38,224 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

RegistrationFT13 ZBW
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 ZBW

What car is FT13 ZBW?

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

What is the mileage of FT13 ZBW?

The last recorded mileage for FT13 ZBW was 134,965 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT13 ZBW passed its MOT?

FT13 ZBW has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2026.

Is FT13 ZBW ULEZ compliant?

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

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