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PF13 FRJ

2013 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Preston, Preston · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 91,677 miles on the clock, averaging 8,936 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 PF13 FRJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
91,677
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2016
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,936

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading91,677 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,338
Average per year8,936
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PF13 FRJ 7k28k49k70k92k '16'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,677 miles
Since last MOT+8,338 miles
PASS
Mileage83,339 miles
Since last MOT+6,830 miles
PASS
Mileage76,509 miles
PASS
Mileage77,105 miles
Since last MOT+16,412 miles
PASS
Mileage60,693 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,693 miles
Since last MOT+9,143 miles
PASS
Mileage51,550 miles
Since last MOT+15,437 miles
PASS
Mileage36,113 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,113 miles
Since last MOT+10,184 miles
PASS
Mileage25,929 miles
Since last MOT+13,527 miles
PASS
Mileage12,402 miles
Since last MOT+5,795 miles
PASS
Mileage6,607 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

RegistrationPF13 FRJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codePF — Preston, Preston
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About PF13 FRJ

What car is PF13 FRJ?

PF13 FRJ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2013.

What is the mileage of PF13 FRJ?

The last recorded mileage for PF13 FRJ was 91,677 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF13 FRJ passed its MOT?

PF13 FRJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2025.

Is PF13 FRJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF13 FRJ 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 PF13 FRJ?

PF13 FRJ is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.