Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4?

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 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4?

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 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4?

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 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

47% 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 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 241 vehicles, the 2013 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4?

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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Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4 (2013)

241 real MOT outcomes analysed • 71.8% first-time pass rate

2013 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4

CarHunch analysed 241 real MOT records for the 2013 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2013 Great Wall Steed has a first-time MOT pass rate of 70.9%—notably below the UK average of 80%—and nearly half of vehicles in this cohort (46.9%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a serious concern for any prospective buyer. The diesel engine itself isn't the primary issue here; rather, the sheer volume of problems suggests systemic reliability challenges with this model.

At 62,780 miles average, these vehicles are running at a typical mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 3.29 failures and 22.1 advisories per test—both high figures that point to deteriorating build quality and poor long-term durability. Before buying one, insist on a full pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic familiar with Chinese 4x4s, and budget for regular maintenance; these trucks demand closer attention than mainstream alternatives.

We have limited data for the 2013 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

71.8%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

46.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.29

Over 10.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

62k

Middle half: 47k–74k

For context

These stats describe 241 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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Based on MOT data from 241 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 46.9% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 528 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 36.7%

194

Silver 29.7%

157

Grey 27.1%

143

White 3.6%

Red 1.7%

Green 1.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4 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.

61,539

typical

46,659

low mileage

74,441

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4 vehicles fall between 46,659 and 74,441 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 46,659 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.

✓ 46,659–74,441 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4s sit.

⚠ Over 100,495 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 48% of 2013 Great Wall Steed SE Td 4x4s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 107 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (48% of 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

10.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.29

Avg failures per vehicle

22.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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