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CX13 RXU

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,328 mi
Last recorded64,328 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX13 RXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 May 2026 64,328 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits Catalyst burned out ?requires investigation (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits Catalyst burned out ?requires investigation (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator See photos, brakes discs significantly worn as well (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Coolant low warning lit

Engine oil warning lit

Front Exhaust flexi pipe split see the photos

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Requires replacement with brake pads discs look significantly corroding and worn but would require wheel removal for closer inspection see photos (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Seat belt very slight freying

Rocker cover gasket leaking oil but not significant

Pass 13 May 2025 61,187 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2024 57,002 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2023 52,492 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 16 May 2023 52,492 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 May 2022 48,125 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 44,332 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 43,308 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 41,314 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 31,340 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 24,333 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 17,676 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front 2/3mm (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

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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CX13 RXU is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CX13 RXU, 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 CX13 RXU registered?

CX13 RXU is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 25 March 2013.

Is CX13 RXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX13 RXU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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