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BG13 CWU

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,304 mi
Last recorded151,304 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 CWU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 151,304 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 151,304 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 149,863 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 146,408 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge 235/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 146,408 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Sports suspension (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Sports suspension (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge 235/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 134,771 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn low on edges 235/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn low on inside edge 235/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 134,771 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn low on edges 235/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working replaced bulb llb921 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn low on inside edge 235/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 123,639 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 99,287 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 99,285 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc worn both discs in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 69,437 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 68,416 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre stepping on inner edge

Pass 28 Jun 2017 61,463 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 45,120 miles

Emissions checked too clean to pick up

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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BG13 CWU is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BG13 CWU, 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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What year was BG13 CWU registered?

BG13 CWU is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 18 July 2013.

Is BG13 CWU safe to buy?

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