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FP53 AJP

2013 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

54,751 mi
Last recorded54,751 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Astra63,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 AJP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 54,751 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2026 52,803 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2025 67,344 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear central silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 67,344 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (2) Two (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear central silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 47,942 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 64,055 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2024 64,055 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts (2) Two Nearing limits (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 43,640 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 56,229 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 38,835 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2023 38,813 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 39,566 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 34,857 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 30,090 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 26,767 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 20,529 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 13,695 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 7,031 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 360 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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FP53 AJP is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FP53 AJP, 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 FP53 AJP registered?

FP53 AJP is a 2013 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 January 2013.

Is FP53 AJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 AJP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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