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FV13 VFG

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 100,604 miles on the clock, averaging 7,490 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 VFG

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,604
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
7,490

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 reading100,604 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year7,490
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV13 VFG 32k49k66k83k101k '16'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,604 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,603 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
PASS
Mileage100,595 miles
Since last MOT+7,416 miles
PASS
Mileage93,179 miles
Since last MOT+6,713 miles
PASS
Mileage86,466 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,445 miles
Since last MOT+6,296 miles
PASS
Mileage80,149 miles
Since last MOT+3,498 miles
PASS
Mileage76,651 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,616 miles
Since last MOT+11,704 miles
PASS
Mileage64,912 miles
Since last MOT+10,673 miles
PASS
Mileage54,239 miles
Since last MOT+10,661 miles
PASS
Mileage43,578 miles
Since last MOT+12,028 miles
PASS
Mileage31,550 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 VFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
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 VFG

What car is FV13 VFG?

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

What is the mileage of FV13 VFG?

The last recorded mileage for FV13 VFG was 100,604 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV13 VFG passed its MOT?

FV13 VFG has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2025.

Is FV13 VFG ULEZ compliant?

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

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