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FG13 MLV

2013 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,965 mi
Last recorded62,965 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG13 MLV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 62,965 miles

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

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

Offside Front tyre slight wear to inner edge

Fail 30 Sep 2025 62,965 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Front tyre slight wear to inner edge

Pass 2 Oct 2024 59,877 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 5 Oct 2023 57,584 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 53,868 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 48,748 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 44,985 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 43,476 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 41,346 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 39,222 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 34,609 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 31,293 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
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FG13 MLV is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FG13 MLV, 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 FG13 MLV registered?

FG13 MLV is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 10 July 2013.

Is FG13 MLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG13 MLV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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