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CK13 XPC

2013 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

74,475 mi
Last recorded74,475 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK13 XPC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 74,475 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Mar 2026 74,462 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 73,764 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2025 73,762 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 71,292 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 71,288 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions unable to be completed Engine revs slow to die down, oil smoke on acceleration to idle test.Abandoned test until engine checked. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Could be a cable restriction. requires further investigation. (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front CV joint knocking

Pass 26 Oct 2022 65,570 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 65,540 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 59,297 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 53,878 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 53,878 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2019 47,883 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 16 Sep 2019 47,883 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 40,164 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre cut

rear exhaust bracket snapped.

Pass 14 Jun 2017 30,987 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 22,764 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front wipers are starting to smear

nearside front brake discs is scored

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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CK13 XPC is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 XPC, 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 CK13 XPC registered?

CK13 XPC is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 21 August 2013.

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