Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Toyota Iq?

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 Toyota Iq?

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 Toyota Iq?

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 Toyota Iq vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

24% 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 Toyota Iq reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,427 vehicles, the 2013 Toyota Iq has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88%, 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 Toyota Iq?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Toyota Iq are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (37.9% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (36% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (34.6% 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 Toyota Iq?

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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Toyota Iq (2013)

1,427 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88% first-time pass rate

2013 Toyota Iq

CarHunch analysed 1,427 real MOT records for the 2013 Toyota Iq. 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 Toyota iQ is a solid performer on the MOT bench, passing first time at 88%—a clear 8-point lead over the UK average. That said, nearly a quarter of these vehicles (24.2%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is worth taking seriously when inspecting a used example.

These iQ models are running relatively low mileage for their age, averaging just 38,400 miles, suggesting they've been cherished commuter cars or town runabouts. With an average of 8.7 advisories per vehicle, minor wear is routine, but if you're buying one, prioritise a full pre-purchase inspection to check for past dangerous defects in its history.

The 2013 Toyota Iq passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (88%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ 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

88%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

24.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.45

Over 10.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

36k

Middle half: 24k–50k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 88% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 8.7 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 1,427 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 1,427 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 37.9%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

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

Brake wear 36%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

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

Other issues 9.1%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Before you buy a 2013 Toyota Iq

Based on MOT data from 1,427 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 24.3% 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 19,672 Toyota Iq vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 36.5%

7,180

Black 23.6%

4,649

Silver 17%

3,336

Purple 7.5%

1,467

Red 6.7%

1,310

Blue 4.4%

862

Orange 2.2%

436

Grey 1.6%

322

Multi-colour 0.4%

Green 0.1%

Bronze 0%

Brown 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Toyota Iq 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.

35,528

typical

24,153

low mileage

49,731

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Toyota Iq vehicles fall between 24,153 and 49,731 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 24,153 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.

✓ 24,153–49,731 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Toyota Iqs sit.

⚠ Over 67,136 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Toyota Iq — Still on the Road

Almost all 2013 Toyota Iqs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 1,253 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 92% of the 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

10.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.45

Avg failures per vehicle

8.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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