Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon?

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 Chrysler Ypsilon?

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 Chrysler Ypsilon?

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 Chrysler Ypsilon vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

49% 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 Chrysler Ypsilon reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,833 vehicles, the 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.8%, 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 Chrysler Ypsilon?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (59.7% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (57.1% of vehicles), Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (46% 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 Chrysler Ypsilon?

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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Chrysler Ypsilon (2013)

1,833 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.8% first-time pass rate

2013 Chrysler Ypsilon

CarHunch analysed 1,833 real MOT records for the 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon. 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 Chrysler Ypsilon has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.8%, which sits 3.2 percentage points below the UK average of 80%—a modest but meaningful reliability disadvantage. More concerning is that nearly half of these vehicles (48.7%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is substantially higher than typical and should give prospective buyers pause.

At 42,838 miles median for a 2013 model, these cars are running well below the expected 60,000+ mileage for their age, yet they still average 3.1 failures and 18.8 advisories per vehicle—suggesting underlying durability issues rather than hard use. Before buying one, have a full pre-purchase inspection by a specialist and specifically ask the seller about any previous MOT failures, as this cohort's track record points to recurring problems that routine maintenance alone won't solve.

The 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon has a decent first-time pass rate (76.8%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ 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

76.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

48.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.1

Over 12.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

43k

Middle half: 32k–56k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 18.8 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,833 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 1,833 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 59.7%

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 46%

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Nearside 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 38.4%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Suspension & steering 20.7%

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken · Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Before you buy a 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon

Based on MOT data from 1,833 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 48.7% 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
Petrol (99%)	1,822	76.8%	3.09

Colour Breakdown

Based on 5,601 Chrysler Ypsilon vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 29.9%

1,677

Red 23.6%

1,323

White 23.3%

1,303

Grey 7%

390

Silver 6.9%

386

Blue 4.1%

229

Bronze 3.1%

175

Purple 1.3%

Beige 0.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon 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.

42,838

typical

31,936

low mileage

55,704

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon vehicles fall between 31,936 and 55,704 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 31,936 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.

✓ 31,936–55,704 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Chrysler Ypsilons sit.

⚠ Over 75,200 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Chrysler Ypsilon — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Chrysler Ypsilons are still being driven.

Strong survival — 1,432 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 80% 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

12.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.1

Avg failures per vehicle

18.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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