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AU13 LYZ

2013 Citroen C3

Bronze Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,683 mi
Last recorded80,683 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU13 LYZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 80,683 miles

This vehicle has an outstanding recall,contact citroen for information and to arrange a free repair

Fail 17 Nov 2025 80,683 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

This vehicle has an outstanding recall,contact citroen for information and to arrange a free repair

Pass 14 Nov 2024 73,990 miles

Exhaust mounting defective 2/3 (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 73,990 miles

Exhaust mounting defective 2/3 (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 68,233 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 62,624 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 57,240 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 49,247 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Mar 2021 49,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 43,628 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 43,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 34,691 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 24,113 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 14,728 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 14,264 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 9,835 miles

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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AU13 LYZ is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Bronze with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU13 LYZ, 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 AU13 LYZ registered?

AU13 LYZ is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is AU13 LYZ safe to buy?

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