Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Audi Sq5?

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 Audi Sq5?

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 Audi Sq5?

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.

How many 2013 Audi Sq5 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

28% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2013 Audi Sq5 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 112 vehicles, the 2013 Audi Sq5 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.2%, 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 Audi Sq5?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Audi Sq5 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (39.1% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (38.2% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (38.2% 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 Audi Sq5?

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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Audi Sq5 (2013)

112 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.2% first-time pass rate

2013 Audi Sq5

CarHunch analysed 112 real MOT records for the 2013 Audi Sq5. 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 Audi SQ5 passes its MOT first time 89.4% of the time, well above the UK average of 80%, which is genuinely reassuring—but the fact that 27.7% of these vehicles have experienced a dangerous defect at some point is a serious concern worth investigating on any used example you're considering. The diesel engines that dominate this cohort (108 of 112 cars) are particularly robust, maintaining that same 89% pass rate.

At 67,800 miles median, these cars are showing typical wear for their age, and the low failure rate of 1.06 per vehicle suggests owners are keeping up with maintenance. The 9.1 advisories per test point to minor wear items rather than structural problems, so before committing to any purchase, get a full pre-buy inspection focused on the braking and suspension components—the areas where that 27.7% dangerous defect figure likely concentrates.

We have limited data for the 2013 Audi Sq5 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

90.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

27.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.06

Over 9.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

68k

Middle half: 56k–84k

For context

These stats describe 112 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 112 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 39.1%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

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

Brake wear 38.2%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · 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 19.3%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Oil leak, but not excessive · …

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Based on MOT data from 112 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 27.7% 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

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (96%)	108	89.9%	1.1

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Audi Sq5 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.

67,799

typical

56,476

low mileage

84,200

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Audi Sq5 vehicles fall between 56,476 and 84,200 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 56,476 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.

✓ 56,476–84,200 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Audi Sq5s sit.

⚠ Over 113,670 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Audi Sq5 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2013 Audi Sq5s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 97 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

9.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.06

Avg failures per vehicle

9.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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