Polaris Unknown (2013)
2013 Polaris Unknown
CarHunch analysed 692 real MOT records for the 2013 Polaris Unknown. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
What to check before buying a 2013 Polaris Unknown
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (55%) | 380 | 3.5% | 0.05 |
| Petrol (45%) | 310 | 9.6% | 0.07 |
| Electric (0%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Polaris Unknown vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Polaris Unknown vehicles fall between 6,265 and 18,244 miles.
2013 Polaris Unknown — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 10 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (43% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 Polaris Unknown
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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19%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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16.2%
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play
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14.3%
Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play
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13.3%
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play
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12.4%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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10.5%
Front Registration plate missing
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9.5%
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
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8.6%
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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