Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Ford Ranger?

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 Ford Ranger?

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 Ford Ranger?

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 Ford Ranger vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

29% 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 Ford Ranger reliable?

Based on MOT data from 4,147 vehicles, the 2013 Ford Ranger has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.5%, 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 Ford Ranger?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Ford Ranger are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (40.3% of vehicles), Oil leak, but not excessive (33.6% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (33.5% 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 Ford Ranger?

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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Ford Ranger (2013)

4,147 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.5% first-time pass rate

2013 Ford Ranger

CarHunch analysed 4,147 real MOT records for the 2013 Ford Ranger. 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 Ford Ranger sits right at the UK average with a 79.5% first-time pass rate, but nearly 29% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above the norm and a genuine concern for a used buyer. This is a truck that demands pre-purchase inspection and full service history verification before you hand over money.

At 77,408 miles average, these Rangers have done proper work, and the 2.42 failures per vehicle reflect the wear pattern you'd expect from a utilitarian workhorse rather than a pampered car. The high advisory count of 11.9 per vehicle points to cumulative wear on suspension, lights, and trim items; budget for ongoing maintenance and get a full diagnostic scan before purchasing to identify any lurking structural or mechanical issues.

The 2013 Ford Ranger has a decent first-time pass rate (79.5%), 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

79.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

28.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.42

Over 10.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

74k

Middle half: 57k–95k

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 11.9 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 4,147 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 4,147 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 40.3%

Front 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 33.6%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Tyre wear 33.5%

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

Suspension & steering 17.8%

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated · Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated · …

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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Based on MOT data from 4,147 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 28.6% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 180,323 Ford Ranger vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 23.9%

43,141

White 20.4%

36,853

Grey 16.9%

30,461

Silver 16%

28,842

Blue 10.6%

19,186

Orange 6%

10,871

Red 3.5%

6,383

Green 2%

3,680

Yellow 0.4%

669

Gold 0.1%

137

Bronze 0%

Multi-colour 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Ford Ranger 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.

74,297

typical

56,548

low mileage

94,784

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Ford Ranger vehicles fall between 56,548 and 94,784 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 56,548 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.

✓ 56,548–94,784 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Ford Rangers sit.

⚠ Over 127,958 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Ford Ranger — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Ford Rangers are still being driven.

2,804 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 73% 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

10.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.42

Avg failures per vehicle

11.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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