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DS13 JFA

2013 Citroen C4

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

88,314 mi
Last recorded88,314 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C460,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS13 JFA
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 88,314 miles

coolant level is low

nearside front indicator is discoloured

nearside head lamp is damaged, previously repaired. not insecure at this time

nearside rear tyre is starting to misshape and close to the limit

offside rear coil spring is corroded

rear number plate is deteriorated

small ding in nearside rear wheel inner rim

Fail 14 Aug 2026 88,314 miles

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

coolant level is low

nearside front indicator is discoloured

nearside head lamp is damaged, previously repaired. not insecure at this time

nearside rear tyre is starting to misshape and close to the limit

offside rear coil spring is corroded

rear number plate is deteriorated

small ding in nearside rear wheel inner rim

Pass 18 Aug 2025 80,829 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

coolant level is low

nearside head lamp is damaged, been previously repaired and not insecure

Fail 18 Aug 2025 80,829 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

coolant level is low

nearside head lamp is damaged, been previously repaired and not insecure

Pass 23 Aug 2024 75,421 miles

Front tyres distorted

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Aug 2024 75,421 miles

Front tyres distorted

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 68,438 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 68,438 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2022 61,342 miles

engine poor running uneven

Pass 18 May 2022 59,887 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 52,901 miles

Rear Inner brake pads low

Pass 24 Jun 2020 49,065 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 49,065 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 25 Jun 2019 39,577 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 29,844 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 18,549 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 8,819 miles

Rear tyres startingb to perish

Pass 18 Apr 2016 7,742 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C4?

Based on 3,110,282 MOT tests across 237,183 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,034
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
237,183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,682
Stop lamp not working 57,397
position lamp(s) not working 51,823
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46,041
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39,505
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DS13 JFA is a 2013 Citroen C4 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2013 Citroen C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 60,946 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 C4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,682 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS13 JFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C4 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 13 years old, this Citroen C4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS13 JFA registered?

DS13 JFA is a 2013 Citroen C4, first registered on 3 July 2013.

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