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YC13 HCU

2013 Vauxhall Cascada

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,139 mi
Last recorded58,139 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Cascada50,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC13 HCU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCascada
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 58,139 miles

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

Offside door mirror damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2025 58,139 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working

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

Offside door mirror damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 45,766 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 38,827 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 38,825 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 37,123 miles

Central Front Slight damage to front bumper

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Slight damage to rear wing

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 14 Oct 2022 37,119 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Slight damage to front bumper

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Slight damage to rear wing

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Oct 2021 34,527 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 33,249 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 33,249 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 29,170 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 27,117 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 22,231 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1n)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 16,198 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Cascada?

Based on 31,100 MOT tests across 2,996 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
4,869
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
2,996
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 122
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YC13 HCU is a 2013 Vauxhall Cascada in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Vauxhall Cascada models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 50,160 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 Cascada fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC13 HCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Cascada typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 13 years old, this Vauxhall Cascada is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YC13 HCU registered?

YC13 HCU is a 2013 Vauxhall Cascada, first registered on 26 April 2013.

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The MOT history for YC13 HCU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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