Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Qingqi Qm?

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 Qingqi Qm?

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 Qingqi Qm?

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 Qingqi Qm vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

27% 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 Qingqi Qm reliable?

Based on MOT data from 173 vehicles, the 2013 Qingqi Qm has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.3%, 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 Qingqi Qm?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Qingqi Qm are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (24.4% of vehicles), Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (21.9% of vehicles), Drive chain slightly loose (19.1% 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 Qingqi Qm?

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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Qingqi Qm (2013)

173 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.3% first-time pass rate

2013 Qingqi Qm

CarHunch analysed 173 real MOT records for the 2013 Qingqi Qm. 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 QINGQI QM falls short of the UK average with a 73.3% first-time pass rate against the national 80%, and nearly three in ten of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a material buyer concern that warrants a pre-purchase inspection. The median mileage of under 8,000 miles is unusually low for a 2013 model, suggesting these are lightly used or possibly stored vehicles, yet they still average 1.06 failures per MOT test and 4.9 advisories, indicating underlying reliability issues that aren't explained by high mileage wear.

With a median CarHunch score of 50, this model sits at the risk threshold; the combination of poor first-time pass performance and a elevated dangerous defect rate makes it a secondary choice unless you find one with full service history and a clean recent MOT record. Have a trusted mechanic inspect any example before purchase, paying particular attention to braking and suspension systems given the dangerous defect prevalence.

We have limited data for the 2013 Qingqi Qm — 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

73.3%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

27.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.06

Over 3.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–14k

For context

These stats describe 173 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 173 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 24.4%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 21.9%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Chain guard missing

Lighting 19.1%

Drive chain slightly loose · Rear reflector missing · Headlamp aim too low · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Brake wear 14.3%

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

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

Exhaust & emissions 14.3%

Exhaust noisy

Suspension & steering 9.9%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy · Rear Wheel bearing has slight play · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · …

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 Qingqi Qm

Based on MOT data from 173 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 27.2% 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 Qingqi Qm 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.

7,993

typical

4,324

low mileage

13,836

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Qingqi Qm vehicles fall between 4,324 and 13,836 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,324 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.

✓ 4,324–13,836 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Qingqi Qms sit.

⚠ Over 18,678 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Qingqi Qm — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 21% of 2013 Qingqi Qms are still active.

Numbers are declining — 20 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (21% 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

3.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.06

Avg failures per vehicle

4.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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