Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Aston Martin Rapide?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 Aston Martin Rapide?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 Aston Martin Rapide?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2013 Aston Martin Rapide reliable?

Based on MOT data from 122 vehicles, the 2013 Aston Martin Rapide has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 Aston Martin Rapide?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Aston Martin Rapide are: Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (35.4% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (34.8% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (28.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Aston Martin Rapide?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Aston Martin Rapide (2013)

122 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.9% first-time pass rate

2013 Aston Martin Rapide

CarHunch analysed 122 real MOT records for the 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2013 Aston Martin Rapide passes its MOT first time at 91.9%, well above the UK average of 80%, suggesting these cars are generally well-maintained and reliable. The dangerous defect rate of 10.7% is moderate and not a significant buyer concern, though it's worth checking service history on any used example.

These Rapides show relatively low mileage for their age at an average of 30,066 miles, which typically indicates careful ownership—a positive signal for potential buyers. With 0.92 failures per vehicle and 6.4 advisories, expect minor wear items rather than serious mechanical problems, so budget for routine maintenance and suspension checks during your pre-purchase inspection.

We have limited data for the 2013 Aston Martin Rapide — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

10.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.92

Over 10.2 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

28k

Middle half: 21k–38k

For context

These stats describe 122 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 122 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 35.4%

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 21.5%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 7.9%

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Before you buy a 2013 Aston Martin Rapide

Based on MOT data from 122 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 10.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Aston Martin Rapide vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

27,666

typical

20,981

low mileage

37,819

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Aston Martin Rapide vehicles fall between 20,981 and 37,819 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 20,981 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 20,981–37,819 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Aston Martin Rapides sit.

⚠ Over 51,055 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Aston Martin Rapide — Still on the Road

Almost all 2013 Aston Martin Rapides are still on the road.

Strong survival — 106 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 94% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

10.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.92

Avg failures per vehicle

6.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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