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DV13 LFS

2013 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,758 mi
Last recorded94,758 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV13 LFS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 94,758 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 94,757 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 91,188 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 91,188 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 90,050 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 86,955 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 84,079 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 79,239 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 66,071 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 54,322 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top suspension mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 42,148 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 30,987 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 19,302 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 19,302 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 17,782 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

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

Fail 8 Feb 2016 17,782 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DV13 LFS is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc 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 DV13 LFS, 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 DV13 LFS registered?

DV13 LFS is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 4 May 2013.

Is DV13 LFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV13 LFS 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.

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