2013 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · EY13 SYJ
2013 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 17 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 74,862 miles. MOT expired on 04 Aug 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Aug 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,862 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
EY13 SYJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 02/08/2023
- 74,862 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EY13 SYJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Vauxhall Astra (EY13 SYJ) between August 2022 and August 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))”.
EY13 SYJ Mileage History
- 02/08/202272,626 mi
- 02/08/202272,627 mi+1 mi
- 02/08/202374,862 mi+2,235 mi
- 02/08/202374,862 mi
Average of roughly 2,236 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Vauxhall Astra J
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for EY13SYJ.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for EY13SYJ. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (EY13 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as EY13SYJ.
BENTLEY
ARNAGE
CITROEN
C3
CITROEN
DS3
CITROEN
C3
CITROEN
C3
CITROEN
C1
CITROEN
C4
CITROEN
C1
CITROEN
C4
VOLKSWAGEN
TRANSPORTER
VOLKSWAGEN
TRANSPORTER
VOLKSWAGEN
TRANSPORTER
VAUXHALL ASTRA Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2013 model year cars.
- M32 gearbox bearing failureSerious
The 6-speed manual can whine and move the lever under load as its bearings wear, eventually requiring a rebuild.
- Electronic parking brake failureModerate
Switches, motors or calibration faults can leave the handbrake stuck on or refusing to engage properly.
- AFL headlight faultsModerate
Adaptive Xenon lights can lose levelling or cornering function and cause an MOT failure as well as a large repair bill.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.