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FR13 VLB

2013 Citroen DS4

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

110,740 mi
Last recorded110,740 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen DS465,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 VLB
MakeCitroen
ModelDS4
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 110,740 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2026 110,739 miles

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded and seriously weakened Cover Detached from Ball Joint (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 98,465 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 93,119 miles

Under tray engine cover fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2023 71,836 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 60,200 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 48,101 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 47,149 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2019 47,149 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2019 40,195 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 27,742 miles
Pass 7 May 2017 16,913 miles
Fail 7 May 2017 16,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 May 2016 10,799 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen DS4?

Based on 158,575 MOT tests across 12,192 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
7,055
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
12,192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 2,646
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,121
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FR13 VLB is a 2013 Citroen DS4 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Citroen DS4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 65,091 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen DS4 fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 2,646 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FR13 VLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen DS4 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 13 years old, this Citroen DS4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FR13 VLB registered?

FR13 VLB is a 2013 Citroen DS4, first registered on 16 July 2013.

Is FR13 VLB safe to buy?

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