Chevrolet Cruze (2013)
2013 Chevrolet Cruze
CarHunch analysed 1,624 real MOT records for the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Chevrolet Cruze's 77% first-time pass rate sits 3 percentage points below the UK average, which is a modest disadvantage, but the real concern is that 45.1% of these vehicles have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their MOT history—well above acceptable levels for a used buy. Petrol and diesel versions perform almost identically (77.1% and 76.7% respectively), so fuel type isn't a differentiator here.
At 51,687 miles median, these cars show reasonable mileage for their age, yet they're still averaging 2.94 failures and 14.5 advisories per test, suggesting systemic wear or maintenance gaps. Before committing to one, get a full pre-purchase inspection and specifically check the recent MOT history for patterns in what's failing—suspension, electrics, and emissions are worth scrutinising closely given the high dangerous defect rate.
What to check before buying a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 45.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (72%) | 1,163 | 77.1% | 2.95 |
| Diesel (28%) | 459 | 76.7% | 2.88 |
| LPG (0%) | 2 | 70.9% | 5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles fall between 40,323 and 65,210 miles.
2013 Chevrolet Cruze — Still on the Road
1,079 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 70% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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70.4%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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51.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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49.2%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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33.3%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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33%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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29.9%
Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken
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26.7%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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24.2%
Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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