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FV13 WGM

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 98,015 miles on the clock, averaging 6,738 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 FV13 WGM

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
98,015
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2016
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,738

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 reading98,015 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,906
Average per year6,738
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV13 WGM 30k47k64k81k98k '16'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,015 miles
Since last MOT+12,906 miles
PASS
Mileage85,109 miles
Since last MOT+9,862 miles
PASS
Mileage75,247 miles
Since last MOT+9,121 miles
PASS
Mileage66,126 miles
Since last MOT+4,744 miles
PASS
Mileage61,382 miles
Since last MOT+2,831 miles
PASS
Mileage58,551 miles
Since last MOT+3,823 miles
PASS
Mileage54,728 miles
Since last MOT+6,232 miles
PASS
Mileage48,496 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,495 miles
Since last MOT+6,248 miles
PASS
Mileage42,247 miles
Since last MOT+7,150 miles
PASS
Mileage35,097 miles
Since last MOT+4,800 miles
PASS
Mileage30,297 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 WGM
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 WGM

What car is FV13 WGM?

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

What is the mileage of FV13 WGM?

The last recorded mileage for FV13 WGM was 98,015 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV13 WGM passed its MOT?

FV13 WGM has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Jun 2026.

Is FV13 WGM ULEZ compliant?

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

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