Vauxhall Cascada (2013)
2013 Vauxhall Cascada
CarHunch analysed 822 real MOT records for the 2013 Vauxhall Cascada. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Vauxhall Cascada passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 82.9%, but nearly 45% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant concern that suggests you should inspect any used example thoroughly before purchase. Petrol versions edge out diesels (84.5% versus 81.8% pass rate), though both are reasonably reliable.
At roughly 54,000 miles on average, these convertibles are carrying modest mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 2.2 failures and 12 advisories per test, indicating that wear-related issues accumulate steadily. Budget for routine maintenance and check the full MOT history for patterns of electrical or suspension faults before committing.
What to check before buying a 2013 Vauxhall Cascada
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.
- ⚠️ 44.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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 (60%) | 491 | 81.8% | 2.32 |
| Petrol (40%) | 331 | 84.5% | 1.98 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Vauxhall Cascada 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 Cascada vehicles fall between 42,665 and 73,823 miles.
2013 Vauxhall Cascada — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 731 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 91% 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.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 Vauxhall Cascada
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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60.4%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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53%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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38.2%
Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken
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36.9%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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32.7%
Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken
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30.4%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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30.1%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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26.3%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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