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DS63 SMU

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,061 mi
Last recorded56,061 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS63 SMU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 56,061 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 54,897 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 53,254 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 51,197 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 48,980 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 47,229 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 24 Jan 2020 45,678 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 45,655 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 42,616 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 38,869 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 34,468 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Bumper insecure ()

Fail 16 Dec 2016 34,468 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Bumper insecure ()

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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DS63 SMU is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DS63 SMU, 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 DS63 SMU registered?

DS63 SMU is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 2013.

Is DS63 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS63 SMU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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