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DS62 PKA

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,181 mi
Last recorded99,181 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS62 PKA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 99,181 miles

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

wipers only working on fast speed

Fail 3 Oct 2025 99,174 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to vehicle regenerating (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour vehicle regenerating (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

wipers only working on fast speed

Pass 23 Sep 2024 94,853 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 94,850 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to excessive smoke emitted (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 90,237 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2022 76,879 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 69,038 miles

Central Front Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 64,266 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2019 55,856 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2019 55,575 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 43,089 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 32,850 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

product on windscreen but not obscuring vision

Pass 6 Oct 2016 25,387 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 PKA is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DS62 PKA, 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

How do I check the history of DS62 PKA?

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What year was DS62 PKA registered?

DS62 PKA is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 21 January 2013.

Is DS62 PKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS62 PKA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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