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VAUXHALL AGILA (2013)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 5,701 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,380

£115/month

MOT Pass Rate

80%

Good

Road Tax

£20

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 1-8

996cc Petrol

Solid Option

80% pass rate, £1380/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol996cc13 years old5,701 tests54k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 996cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Based on 996cc

£20
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,380
Per month£115/mo
Per week£27/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

80% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the VAUXHALL brand average of 84%.

At 13 years old, 80% of VAUXHALL AGILAs from 2013 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 5,701 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 54,215 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2013 cars409th of 626(top 65%)
Rank among VAUXHALL models586th of 882(top 66%)
vs national average-2%(82% avg)
vs 2013 cars average+0%(80% avg)
vs VAUXHALL average-4%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

54,215

Average miles

vs

96,200

Expected for age

The average 2013 VAUXHALL AGILA has 54,215 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2015 model with a 85% MOT pass rate, while the 2008 model has the lowest at 70%. The 2013 sits between the two at 80%.

VAUXHALL AGILA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201585%34341,674 mi
201481%5,60448,895 mi
201380%5,70154,215 mi
201278%6,70659,557 mi
201174%7,58765,538 mi
201074%6,73566,012 mi
200971%10,04570,134 mi
200870%5,52572,044 mi
200775%1,83772,838 mi
200675%1,98574,677 mi
200575%2,11074,954 mi
200475%2,11175,441 mi
200374%2,36179,464 mi
200271%1,29682,491 mi
200171%1,11579,804 mi
200075%50382,587 mi

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About the 2013 VAUXHALL AGILA

The 2013 VAUXHALL AGILA is a city car with a 996cc petrol engine. 5,701 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2013, the average MOT pass rate is 80%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 54,215 miles at 13 years old, VAUXHALL AGILA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2013 VAUXHALL AGILA Fuel Costs

The modest 996cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2013 VAUXHALL AGILA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,380 115/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £20 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 80% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

VAUXHALL AGILA Reliability Trend

The VAUXHALL AGILA has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2013 VAUXHALL AGILA

At 13 years old, the VAUXHALL AGILA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2015 model has the highest pass rate at 85%. With 5,701 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2013 VAUXHALL AGILA's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2013 VAUXHALL AGILA stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
VAUXHALL AGILA(2013)80%£955£20Grp 1-8£1380
FORD FIESTA(2015)81%£955£30Grp 1-8£1390+£10
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)78%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722+£342
NISSAN QASHQAI(2015)81%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1572+£192
VOLKSWAGEN POLO(2015)82%£955£30Grp 5-15£1390+£10

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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