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FY13 BCV

2013 Citroen C4

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

146,545 mi
Last recorded146,545 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C460,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY13 BCV
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 146,545 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 132,863 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 132,861 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 121,019 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 106,373 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 106,371 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55 R16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 92,900 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 85,384 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 73,838 miles

o/s/r tyre close to 2mm warning bar

Pass 11 Sep 2018 51,483 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 51,483 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 36,077 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 19,313 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 16,507 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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FY13 BCV is a 2013 Citroen C4 in Red 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 C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 60,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FY13 BCV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY13 BCV registered?

FY13 BCV is a 2013 Citroen C4, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is FY13 BCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY13 BCV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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