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A5 SHF

2013 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,558 mi
Last recorded55,558 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 SHF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 55,558 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 49,245 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside rear inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 49,245 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside rear inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 43,653 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 35,825 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 28,325 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 22,717 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 22,717 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 13,490 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 11,990 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 10,535 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

exhaust bracket broken

Pass 11 Nov 2016 8,050 miles

STRONG ADVISE, play in o/s/f lower ball joint, recommend repair.

How Reliable is the Citroen C3?

Based on 4,435,918 MOT tests across 313,601 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
5,216
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
313,601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 107,792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 76,366
Registration plate lamp not working 63,376
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 46,618
Stop lamp not working 39,780
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A5 SHF is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 48,161 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 107,792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 SHF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C3 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 13 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A5 SHF registered?

A5 SHF is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is A5 SHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 SHF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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