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FV13 FWU

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 152,161 miles on the clock, averaging 7,714 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 FV13 FWU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
152,161
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2017
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,714

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 reading152,161 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,760
Average per year7,714
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV13 FWU 84k101k118k135k152k '17'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,161 miles
Since last MOT+1,760 miles
PASS
Mileage150,401 miles
Since last MOT+1,385 miles
PASS
Mileage149,016 miles
Since last MOT+1,835 miles
PASS
Mileage147,181 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,181 miles
Since last MOT+3,874 miles
PASS
Mileage143,307 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,307 miles
Since last MOT+12,675 miles
PASS
Mileage130,632 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,632 miles
Since last MOT+5,681 miles
PASS
Mileage124,951 miles
Since last MOT+40,516 miles
PASS
Mileage84,435 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

RegistrationFV13 FWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About FV13 FWU

What car is FV13 FWU?

FV13 FWU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2013.

What is the mileage of FV13 FWU?

The last recorded mileage for FV13 FWU was 152,161 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV13 FWU passed its MOT?

FV13 FWU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2026.

Is FV13 FWU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV13 FWU 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 FV13 FWU?

FV13 FWU is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.