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GK13 GJE

2013 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,218 mi
Last recorded89,218 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK13 GJE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 89,218 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 83,353 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2023 83,305 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps all the rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working all the front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 74,289 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 63,173 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2021 63,055 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 53,961 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 43,221 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin v. low, change asap. discs worn. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

headlamp beam deflector masks ineffective.

Fail 15 Aug 2019 43,221 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin v. low, change asap. discs worn. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working res empty. (3.5 (a))

headlamp beam deflector masks ineffective.

Pass 16 Aug 2018 31,683 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 22,212 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 18,979 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 18,979 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 13,046 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint very slight play detected (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2016 13,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer tyrewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint very slight play detected (2.4.G.2)

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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GK13 GJE is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GK13 GJE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK13 GJE registered?

GK13 GJE is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 20 March 2013.

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