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CE13 DYJ

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

144,340 mi
Last recorded144,340 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE13 DYJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 144,340 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside D.R.L not working

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 144,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside D.R.L not working

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 140,889 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 135,435 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2023 129,218 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 129,217 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 123,774 miles

both rear tyres uneven wear inner edges

Pass 18 Mar 2021 123,308 miles

Advise under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. ( There is a 27% imbalance across the front axle biased to the nearside front. ) (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Daytime running light not working.

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ( Brake disc corroded. ) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 123,308 miles

Advise under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. ( There is a 27% imbalance across the front axle biased to the nearside front. ) (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Daytime running light not working.

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ( Brake disc corroded. ) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2020 115,871 miles

Advise Engine bay covers & Under trays fitted obscuring some testable components.

Advise parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Fail 24 Apr 2020 115,871 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ( inner portion o of the tyre ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Advise Engine bay covers & Under trays fitted obscuring some testable components.

Advise parking brake lever has little reserve travel

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ( Void of tread on the inner portion of the tyre & Almost worn through to the inner cords. ) ( BORDERLINE PASS. REPLACEMENT RECOMMENDED ) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Daytime running light not working

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 94,761 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 70,658 miles

Advise Engine bay covers & under trays fitted obscuring some testable components

Advise front wipers starting to lightly smear across the windscreen

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit void of tread on the inner portion of the tyre (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on the inner portion of the tyre (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit void of tread on the inner portion of the tyre (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on the inner portion of the tyre (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 51,500 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 35,353 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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CE13 DYJ is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CE13 DYJ, 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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CE13 DYJ is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 April 2013.

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