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KP13 HLV

2013 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

74,778 mi
Last recorded74,778 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP13 HLV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 74,778 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Sep 2025 74,778 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 72,104 miles

recommend a wax oil to the underside

Fail 13 Sep 2024 72,104 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

recommend a wax oil to the underside

Pass 19 Sep 2023 68,433 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 68,083 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2022 64,957 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 64,953 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 61,931 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 61,931 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 56,409 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

oil cap incorrect

Fail 21 Mar 2020 56,409 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

oil cap incorrect

Pass 29 Mar 2019 51,238 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 40,052 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 37,207 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 30,859 miles

Nearside Front slight brake bind

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted

exhaust correded

wipers

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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KP13 HLV is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 KP13 HLV, 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 KP13 HLV registered?

KP13 HLV is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 26 March 2013.

Is KP13 HLV safe to buy?

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