Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Dacia Duster?

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 Dacia Duster?

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 Dacia Duster?

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 Dacia Duster vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

39% 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 Dacia Duster reliable?

Based on MOT data from 7,396 vehicles, the 2013 Dacia Duster 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 Dacia Duster?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Dacia Duster are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (63.6% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (53.9% of vehicles), Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (43.4% 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 Dacia Duster?

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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Dacia Duster (2013)

7,396 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.8% first-time pass rate

2013 Dacia Duster

CarHunch analysed 7,396 real MOT records for the 2013 Dacia Duster. 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 Dacia Duster falls short of the UK average with a 76.8% first-time pass rate—nearly 3.2 points below the 80% benchmark—and this is compounded by a concerning 38.9% of vehicles having recorded dangerous defects at some point, well above typical thresholds. Petrol and diesel variants perform almost identically (76.9% and 76.7% respectively), so fuel choice won't meaningfully improve your odds.

These Dusters average 61,000 miles at test time, which is reasonable for an 11-year-old vehicle, but the real warning lies in the failure pattern: 3.05 average failures per car suggest structural or systemic issues rather than isolated wear items, supported by a high 21.1 advisories per vehicle. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension, braking components, and bodywork—the dangerous defect rate means this isn't a buy-and-hope proposition.

The 2013 Dacia Duster 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)

38.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.05

Over 12.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

61k

Middle half: 46k–76k

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 21.1 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 7,396 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 7,396 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 63.6%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear 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 43.4%

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · …

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

Suspension & steering 28.9%

Offside Front Coil spring corroded · Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

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 Dacia Duster

Based on MOT data from 7,396 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 38.9% 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 (91%)	6,707	76.8%	3.05
Petrol (9%)	686	76.9%	3

Colour Breakdown

Based on 74,337 Dacia Duster vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 23.9%

17,785

Grey 22.6%

16,833

Blue 18.9%

14,055

Black 11.4%

8,454

Orange 10.4%

7,759

Silver 5.8%

4,310

Red 2.5%

1,827

Beige 2%

1,450

Brown 1.3%

978

Green 1.2%

855

Gold 0%

Bronze 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Dacia Duster 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.

61,011

typical

46,306

low mileage

76,495

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Dacia Duster vehicles fall between 46,306 and 76,495 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 46,306 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.

✓ 46,306–76,495 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Dacia Dusters sit.

⚠ Over 103,268 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Dacia Duster — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Dacia Dusters are still being driven.

5,621 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 79% of the peak remain.

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

12.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.05

Avg failures per vehicle

21.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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