CarVerify

Free Car Check

CK13 VCT

2013 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,943 mi
Last recorded87,943 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK13 VCT
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 87,943 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 83,792 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front N/S & O/S Bumper slightly loose

Offside Front Headlamp lens is deteriorating

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

Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S Brake drum back plates corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S Front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 83,790 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front N/S & O/S Bumper slightly loose

Offside Front Headlamp lens is deteriorating

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

Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S Brake drum back plates corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S Front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 73,046 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S Front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Manufactures covers fitted

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 60,891 miles

undertrays & trims fitted

Fail 14 Feb 2023 60,891 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

undertrays & trims fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2022 47,694 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

manufacture covers fitted

Fail 15 Feb 2022 47,694 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder on screen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

manufacture covers fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2021 40,497 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 40,497 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 39,777 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 37,627 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 31,527 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 26,356 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 20,562 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 18,911 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
Full Citroen C3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CK13 VCT is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Red 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 CK13 VCT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CK13 VCT?

You can check the full history of CK13 VCT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CK13 VCT registered?

CK13 VCT is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 7 July 2013.

Is CK13 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK13 VCT shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CK13 VCT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CK13 VCT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.