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BK63 VKS

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

140,908 mi
Last recorded140,908 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK63 VKS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 140,908 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 140,906 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 136,977 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 129,485 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 124,333 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 120,319 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 120,318 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 111,263 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 98,039 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively and rear (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Oct 2019 98,039 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively and rear (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 79,280 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 65,656 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 50,352 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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BK63 VKS is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,686cc 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 BK63 VKS, 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 BK63 VKS registered?

BK63 VKS is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 October 2013.

Is BK63 VKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK63 VKS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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