2013 Hyundai Veloster — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2013 Hyundai Veloster passed 75.5% of its 5,571 recorded MOT tests. Against all cars of a similar age (20.1% fail rate), the 2013 Veloster comes out 4.4pp worse. Failures cluster in brakes, suspension and steering.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (9.7%) and suspension (8.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, rbt (sp) and ball joint dust cover — track rod end alone was recorded 404 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 14.0% in the 0-30k band and 30.4% in the 150k+ band, a 16.4-point spread — more than double.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 27.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 19.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 27.2% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 9.7% | 542 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.2% | 459 |
| 3 | Steering | 7.2% | 403 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 7.1% | 396 |
| 5 | Tyres | 6.6% | 368 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.2% | 231 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Track rod end | 404 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 263 |
| 3 | Ball joint dust cover | 223 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 208 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 208 |
| 6 | Washers | 172 |
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 | 27.1% | 1,509 |
| 2 | Tyres | 24.8% | 1,384 |
| 3 | Suspension | 14.2% | 790 |
| 4 | Other defects | 8.2% | 456 |
| 5 | Steering | 6.0% | 332 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 4.8% | 265 |
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 | 413 | 14.0% |
| 30-60k | 1,963 | 20.5% |
| 60-90k | 2,179 | 27.5% |
| 90-120k | 820 | 29.5% |
| 120-150k | 150 | 33.3% |
| 150k+ | 46 | 30.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,078 | 19.8% |
| 2022 | 1,120 | 22.9% |
| 2023 | 1,149 | 26.0% |
| 2024 | 1,125 | 26.6% |
| 2025 | 1,099 | 27.2% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Veloster
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: brakes accounted for 9.7% of tests. Start there.
- Brakes (9.7% 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 (8.2% 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.
- Steering (7.2% of tests): Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair: £150–£500.
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 Velosters pass their MOT?
75.5% of the 5,571 2013 Hyundai Veloster MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Hyundai Veloster?
Brakes, recorded in 9.7% of tests, followed by suspension (8.2%).
Does the 2013 Veloster get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.0% in the 0-30k band to 30.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,571 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.