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HV13 JHY

2013 Citroen C3

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

95,923 mi
Last recorded95,923 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV13 JHY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 95,923 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to rear chassis

Fail 29 Jun 2026 95,923 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

corrosion to rear chassis

Pass 27 Jun 2025 89,705 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 83,655 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both OS and NS (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both OS and NS inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both OS and NS (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both OS and NS (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 25 Oct 2024 83,655 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both OS and NS (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both OS and NS inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both OS and NS (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both OS and NS (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 76,559 miles

Rear tyres starting to crack on tread

Pass 5 Sep 2022 71,082 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 65,077 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 65,077 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 59,390 miles

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

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2020 59,355 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 49,865 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2019 49,865 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 40,452 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 31,279 miles

Front Both front tyres worn significantly lower on inner shoulders of tread with obvious signs of curb damage to osf & osr road wheels

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Adult belt through frame

Pass 25 Apr 2016 22,611 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 22,611 miles

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (1.8)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (8.2.2)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH FROM INSIDE (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

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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HV13 JHY is a 2013 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 HV13 JHY, 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 HV13 JHY registered?

HV13 JHY is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is HV13 JHY safe to buy?

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