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FW13 FLN

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 82,131 miles on the clock, averaging 5,161 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 FW13 FLN

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,131
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
5,161

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading82,131 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year5,161
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FW13 FLN 35k47k59k70k82k '16'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,131 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,130 miles
Since last MOT+4,286 miles
PASS
Mileage77,844 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,844 miles
Since last MOT+5,553 miles
PASS
Mileage72,291 miles
Since last MOT+8,537 miles
PASS
Mileage63,754 miles
Since last MOT+4,002 miles
PASS
Mileage59,752 miles
Since last MOT+2,354 miles
PASS
Mileage57,398 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,398 miles
Since last MOT+5,003 miles
PASS
Mileage52,395 miles
Since last MOT+5,348 miles
PASS
Mileage47,047 miles
Since last MOT+4,810 miles
PASS
Mileage42,237 miles
Since last MOT+6,823 miles
PASS
Mileage35,414 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

RegistrationFW13 FLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeFW — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About FW13 FLN

What car is FW13 FLN?

FW13 FLN is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2013.

What is the mileage of FW13 FLN?

The last recorded mileage for FW13 FLN was 82,131 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FW13 FLN passed its MOT?

FW13 FLN has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2025.

Is FW13 FLN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FW13 FLN 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 FW13 FLN?

FW13 FLN is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.