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BU13 OHT

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,340 mi
Last recorded86,340 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU13 OHT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2025 86,340 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 80,461 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 74,110 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 67,547 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 64,988 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2021 64,988 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 63,609 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Feb 2020 63,609 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 59,393 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 59,393 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 55,601 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 51,263 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2017 51,263 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 39,098 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 39,098 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BU13 OHT is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BU13 OHT, 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 BU13 OHT?

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What year was BU13 OHT registered?

BU13 OHT is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 March 2013.

Is BU13 OHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU13 OHT shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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