Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Peugeot Horizon?

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 Peugeot Horizon?

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 Peugeot Horizon?

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 Peugeot Horizon vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

26% 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 Peugeot Horizon reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,328 vehicles, the 2013 Peugeot Horizon has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.8%, 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 Peugeot Horizon?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Peugeot Horizon are: Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (52.6% of vehicles), Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (51% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (31.8% 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 Peugeot Horizon?

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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Peugeot Horizon (2013)

1,328 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.8% first-time pass rate

2013 Peugeot Horizon

CarHunch analysed 1,328 real MOT records for the 2013 Peugeot Horizon. 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 Peugeot Horizon matches the UK average pass rate at 79.8%, but a concerning 26.4% of vehicles have suffered dangerous defects—well above the typical 20% threshold—making this a higher-risk buy for safety-conscious owners. The diesel variants (which dominate the cohort at 1,250 of 1,328 vehicles) perform virtually identically to the overall fleet at 79.6%, so fuel type isn't a differentiator here.

The median mileage of 33,170 miles is reasonable for a 2013, though the average climbs to 43,278, suggesting some heavy-use examples in the mix. Owners should expect an average of 2.47 failures and 10.3 advisories per test, indicating consistent wear items requiring attention—budget for at least one minor repair before your next MOT, and have any dangerous defect history checked by a trusted mechanic before purchase.

The 2013 Peugeot Horizon has a decent first-time pass rate (79.8%), 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

79.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

26.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.47

Over 10.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

33k

Middle half: 21k–55k

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 10.3 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 1,328 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 1,328 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Suspension & steering 52.6%

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded · Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

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

Tyre wear 31.8%

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

Brake wear 24.5%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault · …

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

Other issues 13.5%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Before you buy a 2013 Peugeot Horizon

Based on MOT data from 1,328 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 26.4% 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 (94%)	1,250	79.6%	2.5
Petrol (6%)	78	83.2%	2.04

Colour Breakdown

Based on 9,925 Peugeot Horizon vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 30.8%

3,061

Grey 30.1%

2,990

Silver 22.1%

2,190

Bronze 5.8%

579

White 4.6%

452

Brown 4.2%

417

Black 1.7%

168

Beige 0.6%

Red 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Peugeot Horizon 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.

33,170

typical

21,243

low mileage

55,218

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Peugeot Horizon vehicles fall between 21,243 and 55,218 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 21,243 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.

✓ 21,243–55,218 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Peugeot Horizons sit.

⚠ Over 74,544 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Peugeot Horizon — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 62% of 2013 Peugeot Horizons are still active.

800 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 62% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
* 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

2.47

Avg failures per vehicle

10.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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