2013 · 11 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2013 Chrysler Ypsilon MOT pass rate and common faults

1,565 MOT tests in 2024. 60.6% passed first time, compared with 66.8% for all cars the same age.

91Well below average
Passed first time60.6%
Failed or needed repairs39.4%
Typical mileage at test61,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 1,565 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Coil spring: fractured or broken7.5%
  2. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn4.9%
  3. Shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush4.6%
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.0%
    68 marked dangerous
  5. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak3.0%
  6. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases2.6%
  7. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits1.9%
  8. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play1.9%
  9. Rear fog lamp: not working1.7%
  10. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.6%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension26.2%
  2. Lights & electrics12.8%
  3. Brakes12.7%
  4. Tyres8.7%
  5. Body & chassis6.7%
  6. Emissions & leaks5.4%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)5.4%
  8. Steering2.5%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm17.8%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened12.5%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure11.4%
  4. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases11.4%
  5. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine10.9%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: coil spring: fractured or broken. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon?

In 2024, 60.6% of 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon cars passed their MOT first time, across 1,565 tests. The average for all 11-year-old cars was 66.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon?

The most common failure reasons were coil spring: fractured or broken; suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn; shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2013 Chrysler Ypsilon reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 91, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).