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DS62 LJC

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

61,964 mi
Last recorded61,964 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS62 LJC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 61,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges - Perishing/Cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing/Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 57,608 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 54,457 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 54,454 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 51,328 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 48,575 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 46,631 miles

Fuel cap seal perishing but still sealing adequately

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2021 46,631 miles

Fuel cap seal perishing but still sealing adequately

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 44,612 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 41,953 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 36,875 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 31,142 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Pass 28 Jan 2016 26,077 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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DS62 LJC is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DS62 LJC, 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

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What year was DS62 LJC registered?

DS62 LJC is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 January 2013.

Is DS62 LJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS62 LJC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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