2013 Hyundai Iload — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2013 Hyundai Iload passed 77.9% of its 516 recorded MOT tests. Against all cars of a similar age (20.0% fail rate), the 2013 Iload comes out 2.1pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 15.9% of all tests — 4.5 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, headlamp aim and rbt (sp) — position lamp alone was recorded 39 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 13.0% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 29.6% once past 150k — 2.3× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 29.8% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 21.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 23.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.9% | 82 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.4% | 59 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.4% | 33 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.2% | 27 |
| 5 | Tyres | 4.1% | 21 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.6% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 39 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 36 |
| 3 | Rbt (sp) | 20 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 19 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 17 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 16 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 29.8% | 154 |
| 2 | Tyres | 23.1% | 119 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 12.0% | 62 |
| 4 | Suspension | 10.8% | 56 |
| 5 | Other defects | 7.4% | 38 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 6.4% | 33 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 46 | 13.0% |
| 60-90k | 128 | 19.5% |
| 90-120k | 131 | 24.4% |
| 120-150k | 90 | 21.1% |
| 150k+ | 108 | 29.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 110 | 21.8% |
| 2022 | 105 | 20.9% |
| 2023 | 105 | 20.0% |
| 2024 | 103 | 24.3% |
| 2025 | 93 | 23.7% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Iload
On a 2013 Iload, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (15.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (11.4% 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.
- Suspension (6.4% 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.
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 Hyundai Iloads pass their MOT?
77.9% of the 516 2013 Hyundai Iload MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Hyundai Iload?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.9% of tests, followed by brakes (11.4%).
Does the 2013 Iload get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.0% in the 30-60k band to 29.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 516 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.