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BG13 PFJ

2013 Citroen C1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

48,108 mi
Last recorded48,108 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C142,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 PFJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 48,108 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2025 48,108 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 41,916 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 41,914 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 36,500 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2023 36,500 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 31,171 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 26,405 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 21,777 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 21,115 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 17,153 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 14,277 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 11,691 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 10,314 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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BG13 PFJ is a 2013 Citroen C1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 42,740 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 C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG13 PFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 13 years old, this Citroen C1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG13 PFJ registered?

BG13 PFJ is a 2013 Citroen C1, first registered on 18 May 2013.

Is BG13 PFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG13 PFJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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