2013 Chrysler Ypsilon — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 10,810 MOT tests, the 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon recorded a 74.4% pass rate. That is 4.6 percentage points worse than superminis of a similar age, which fail at 21.0%. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: suspension, recorded in 16.2% of tests against 7.4% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are shock absorbers, coil spring and tread depth — shock absorbers alone was recorded 1,099 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 20.8% in the 0-30k band and 32.8% in the 120-150k band, a 12.0-point spread.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 29.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 16.2% | 1,746 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 7.4% | 799 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.9% | 639 |
| 4 | Tyres | 5.7% | 619 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.9% | 419 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.3% | 357 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 1,099 |
| 2 | Coil spring | 866 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 363 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 337 |
| 5 | Exhaust system | 292 |
| 6 | Wipers | 272 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 29.4% | 3,183 |
| 2 | Brakes | 23.1% | 2,500 |
| 3 | Suspension | 22.3% | 2,410 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.9% | 1,286 |
| 5 | Other defects | 11.3% | 1,224 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 11.1% | 1,196 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,389 | 20.8% |
| 30-60k | 4,593 | 24.3% |
| 60-90k | 3,555 | 27.9% |
| 90-120k | 781 | 29.7% |
| 120-150k | 122 | 32.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 10,751 | 25.6% |
| Diesel | 59 | 37.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,287 | 25.1% |
| 2022 | 2,265 | 25.2% |
| 2023 | 2,233 | 26.3% |
| 2024 | 2,079 | 26.1% |
| 2025 | 1,946 | 25.6% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Ypsilon
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 16.2% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (16.2% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (7.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (5.9% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2013 Chrysler Ypsilons pass their MOT?
74.4% of the 10,810 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon?
Suspension, recorded in 16.2% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (7.4%).
Does the 2013 Ypsilon get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.8% in the 0-30k band to 32.8% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,810 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.