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LG13 LYH

2013 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

83,541 mi
Last recorded83,541 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG13 LYH
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 83,541 miles

Front exhaust bracket broken

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 78,655 miles

Front exhaust brackets corroded

Rear axle corroded

Fail 23 Oct 2024 78,653 miles

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front exhaust brackets corroded

Rear axle corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2023 73,400 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2022 67,883 miles

Front 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))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 61,035 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 54,045 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 47,497 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 40,661 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 37,161 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 36,037 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 34,477 miles

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

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

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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LG13 LYH is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LG13 LYH, 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 LG13 LYH registered?

LG13 LYH is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 March 2013.

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