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DL13 FZU

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

100,750 mi
Last recorded100,750 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL13 FZU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 100,750 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 94,194 miles

Chip on windscreen

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Jul 2024 86,459 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 82,051 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2023 82,051 miles

Central Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 78,306 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 73,205 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 73,205 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 68,001 miles

Central Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot insecure but stopping dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2020 68,001 miles

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

Central Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot insecure but stopping dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 61,723 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 53,459 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 45,779 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 37,271 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 37,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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DL13 FZU is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Grey 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 DL13 FZU, 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 DL13 FZU registered?

DL13 FZU is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 July 2013.

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