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DS63 UCN

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

134,137 mi
Last recorded134,137 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS63 UCN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 134,137 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 18 Nov 2022 134,137 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 121,318 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 121,318 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 112,186 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 97,923 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 97,923 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 85,172 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth Brake Pedal Anti Slip (1.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Park Brake Efficiency 16% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2018 85,172 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Brake pedal wearing smooth Brake Pedal Anti Slip (1.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Park Brake Efficiency 16% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 74,007 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 58,717 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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DS63 UCN is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 DS63 UCN, 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 DS63 UCN registered?

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

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The MOT history for DS63 UCN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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