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AP63 KTU

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

116,215 mi
Last recorded116,215 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP63 KTU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 116,215 miles

Nearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 15 May 2026 116,215 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 103,093 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2025 103,087 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2024 93,170 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 May 2023 84,322 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 May 2023 84,322 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 82,495 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 2 Sep 2020 75,829 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 68,496 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 56,984 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 47,894 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 38,609 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Inner tyre worn/smooth on edge

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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AP63 KTU is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 63,601 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP63 KTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 13 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AP63 KTU is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 September 2013.

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