Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Great Wall Steed?

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?

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?

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 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

54% 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 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 100 vehicles, the 2013 Great Wall Steed has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.6%, 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 Great Wall Steed?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Great Wall Steed are: Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (54.9% of vehicles), Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (50.1% of vehicles), Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (49.9% 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 Great Wall Steed?

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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100 real MOT outcomes analysed • 71.6% first-time pass rate

2013 Great Wall Steed

CarHunch analysed 100 real MOT records for the 2013 Great Wall Steed. 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 Great Wall Steed has a 71.5% first-time pass rate, which is notably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting this model is less reliable than typical cars of its age. More concerning, 54% of vehicles in this cohort have had at least one dangerous defect recorded—well above acceptable standards and a significant buyer red flag.

At around 62,900 miles average, these vehicles have covered reasonable mileage for their age, but they're racking up nearly 3.3 failures per test on average, indicating systemic problems rather than isolated issues. Before committing to one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on braking and suspension, and budget for imminent repairs—the high advisory count of 22.5 per vehicle suggests deferred maintenance is common.

We have limited data for the 2013 Great Wall Steed — 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

71.6%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

54%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.26

Over 10.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

57k

Middle half: 46k–74k

For context

These stats describe 100 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 100 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 54.9%

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Nearside 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 50.1%

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play · Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play · Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play · …

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

Other issues 46.8%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Tyre wear 32.4%

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Based on MOT data from 100 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 54% 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

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Great Wall Steed 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.

57,418

typical

45,968

low mileage

74,147

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Great Wall Steed vehicles fall between 45,968 and 74,147 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 45,968 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.

✓ 45,968–74,147 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Great Wall Steeds sit.

⚠ Over 100,098 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 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 57% of 2013 Great Wall Steeds are still active.

51 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 57% 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

10.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.26

Avg failures per vehicle

22.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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