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DN62 XAR

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,583 mi
Last recorded99,583 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 XAR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 99,583 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2025 99,580 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Sep 2024 87,719 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2023 81,865 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 75,329 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside day running light not working

Fail 4 Jul 2022 75,324 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed not supported -rubbing against inner rim of wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed rubbing against inner wheel rim (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer tread separating/lighting (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread worn to 1.6mm -advise to replace (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside day running light not working

Pass 9 Jul 2021 72,125 miles

Nearside Front tyre - low tread depth - 2mm

Fail 9 Jul 2021 72,124 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre - low tread depth - 2mm

Pass 7 Jul 2020 69,291 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 69,291 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 63,035 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 50,571 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 38,416 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 33,460 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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DN62 XAR is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DN62 XAR, 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 DN62 XAR registered?

DN62 XAR is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 February 2013.

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