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

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 Tourneo?

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 Tourneo?

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 Tourneo vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

35% 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 Tourneo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 534 vehicles, the 2013 Ford Tourneo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.6%, 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 Tourneo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Ford Tourneo are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (48% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (45.1% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (34% 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 Tourneo?

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 Tourneo (2013)

534 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.6% first-time pass rate

2013 Ford Tourneo

CarHunch analysed 534 real MOT records for the 2013 Ford Tourneo. 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 Tourneo diesel hits the UK average pass rate at 79.5%, which is respectable, but the real concern is that over one-third of these vehicles—35.4%—have had a dangerous defect flagged during MOT testing, well above acceptable levels for a buyer considering used purchase. This van has genuine reliability problems that go beyond cosmetic wear.

At nearly 105,000 miles on average, these Tourneo units are running high, and they're generating an average of 2.66 failures and 20.3 advisories per test cycle, suggesting ageing components and cumulative wear issues. Before committing to one, budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, particularly on brake systems, suspension, and exhaust components—the high dangerous-defect rate points to these areas as persistent weak spots.

The 2013 Ford Tourneo has a decent first-time pass rate (79.6%), 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

79.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

35.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.66

Over 12.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

88k

Middle half: 62k–132k

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 20.3 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 534 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 534 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 48%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside 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 34%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front 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.

Other issues 29.8%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Suspension & steering 17.1%

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

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 Ford Tourneo

Based on MOT data from 534 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 35.4% 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 (100%)	533	79.5%	2.66

Colour Breakdown

Based on 14,865 Ford Tourneo vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 32.2%

4,786

Blue 19%

2,819

Black 18.4%

2,736

Grey 14.1%

2,089

White 13.5%

2,007

Red 2%

295

Orange 0.5%

Green 0.1%

Gold 0.1%

Brown 0%

Beige 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Ford Tourneo 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.

87,864

typical

61,816

low mileage

132,249

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Ford Tourneo vehicles fall between 61,816 and 132,249 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 61,816 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.

✓ 61,816–132,249 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Ford Tourneos sit.

⚠ Over 178,536 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 Tourneo — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Ford Tourneos are still being driven.

Strong survival — 433 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 89% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* 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

2.66

Avg failures per vehicle

20.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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