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BT13 VFA

2013 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

130,938 mi
Last recorded130,938 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT13 VFA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 130,938 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 128,577 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 128,577 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 114,353 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2024 114,353 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 99,432 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2022 93,826 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 89,020 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1/4 worn. 235/50R18 V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1/4 worn (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 89,017 miles

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

Brake cable damaged but not to excess Seized /stiff in operation (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1/4 worn. 235/50R18 V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1/4 worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 84,015 miles

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable tight/sticking (1.1.15 (a))

Fail 13 Jul 2020 84,013 miles

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

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable tight/sticking (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 74,993 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s front pads wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 65,245 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2018 65,245 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 56,360 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 49,229 miles

Centre Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' damage may spread (8.3.1d)

unable to check areas of vehicle in a satisfactory manner due to covers

Fail 28 Jun 2016 49,227 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Centre Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' damage may spread (8.3.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothside advise action (3.5.1g)

unable to check areas of vehicle in a satisfactory manner due to covers

wear/lip evident bothside front brake discs

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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BT13 VFA is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 BT13 VFA, 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 BT13 VFA registered?

BT13 VFA is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 August 2013.

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