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GU13 YLR

2013 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,163 mi
Last recorded136,163 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU13 YLR
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 136,163 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 136,160 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also has nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 134,583 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 126,496 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 126,496 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords showing also (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2022 118,689 miles

Offside front tyre is worn low (3mm).

Slight play in the steering.

Pass 11 Jun 2021 99,629 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 99,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 87,855 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 76,131 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 14 Jun 2018 63,820 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 63,627 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 50,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT OF WEAR (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT OF WEAR (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2016 37,856 miles

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

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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GU13 YLR is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GU13 YLR, 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 GU13 YLR registered?

GU13 YLR is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 24 June 2013.

Is GU13 YLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU13 YLR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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