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FT13 ZFH

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 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 116,520 miles on the clock, averaging 8,656 miles per year, around 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 ZFH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
116,520
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2016
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,656

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading116,520 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,656
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FT13 ZFH 36k56k76k96k117k '16'25'21

Check FT13 ZFH

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,520 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,520 miles
Since last MOT+6,261 miles
PASS
Mileage110,259 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,259 miles
Since last MOT+8,831 miles
PASS
Mileage101,428 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,428 miles
Since last MOT+7,628 miles
PASS
Mileage93,800 miles
Since last MOT+14,222 miles
PASS
Mileage79,578 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,578 miles
Since last MOT+7,443 miles
PASS
Mileage72,135 miles
Since last MOT+12,174 miles
PASS
Mileage59,961 miles
Since last MOT+2,380 miles
PASS
Mileage57,581 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,581 miles
Since last MOT+10,846 miles
PASS
Mileage46,735 miles
Since last MOT+11,024 miles
PASS
Mileage35,711 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 ZFH
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 ZFH

What car is FT13 ZFH?

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

What is the mileage of FT13 ZFH?

The last recorded mileage for FT13 ZFH was 116,520 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT13 ZFH passed its MOT?

FT13 ZFH has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2025.

Is FT13 ZFH ULEZ compliant?

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

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