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BG13 FPU

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

157,079 mi
Last recorded157,079 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 157,079 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front wing corroded

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 May 2026 157,074 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 146,669 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

General underbody corrosion

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm - 235/45r19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4 - 235/45r19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge - 235/45r19 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays fitted obscuring testers view of testable items

Pass 1 May 2024 129,224 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 May 2023 122,963 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 122,963 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 113,674 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 100,536 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 100,510 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 89,342 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 76,937 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 76,937 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2018 61,006 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 46,899 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing On Inner Tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing On Inner Tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 May 2017 46,899 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing On Inner Tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing On Inner Tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 May 2016 32,442 miles

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 FPU is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FPU, 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 FPU registered?

BG13 FPU is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 May 2013.

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