Vauxhall Agila S (2013)
2013 Vauxhall Agila S
CarHunch analysed 124 real MOT records for the 2013 Vauxhall Agila S. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Vauxhall Agila S is a genuinely reliable performer, passing its MOT first time in 91.9% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%—with no vehicles ever flagged for dangerous defects. This is a car you can trust on the road from a safety standpoint.
At 42,564 miles median, these cars are running relatively light for their age, which explains the low failure rate of just 0.65 per vehicle and the complete absence of advisories. If you're considering one, check the service history carefully to ensure that low mileage has been properly maintained, since these Ailas are clearly durable when looked after.
What to check before buying a 2013 Vauxhall Agila S
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (98%) | 122 | 92% | 0.64 |
| Petrol (2%) | 2 | 88.2% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Vauxhall Agila S 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 Vauxhall Agila S vehicles fall between 32,651 and 58,108 miles.
2013 Vauxhall Agila S — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 104 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 87% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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