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BN13 VBK

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

146,303 mi
Last recorded146,303 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN13 VBK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 146,303 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2026 145,666 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2025 142,037 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2025 140,255 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 134,066 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 133,645 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 125,773 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 116,785 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 100,864 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 85,448 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 75,634 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 59,987 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

engine DPF lamp illuminated

engine cover & under tray fitted obscuring view of some components

engine oil level below minimum on arrival - required 2 ltrs top up.

items removed from view prior to inspection

nail in nearside front tyre inner edge

Fail 29 Mar 2016 59,987 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

engine DPF lamp illuminated

engine cover & under tray fitted obscuring view of some components

engine oil level below minimum on arrival - required 2 ltrs top up.

items removed from view prior to inspection

nail in nearside front tyre inner 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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BN13 VBK is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BN13 VBK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN13 VBK?

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What year was BN13 VBK registered?

BN13 VBK is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 25 April 2013.

Is BN13 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN13 VBK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN13 VBK have outstanding finance?

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