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LV13 BNZ

2013 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

97,728 mi
Last recorded97,728 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV13 BNZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 97,728 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front and centre (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 26 Mar 2026 97,728 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front and centre (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2025 88,665 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt centre and nearside rear. ()

Exhaust mounting defective Front and middle bracket missing, rear bracket corroded, advise replace complete exhaust. (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2025 88,665 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1.6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt centre and nearside rear. ()

Exhaust mounting defective Front and middle bracket missing, rear bracket corroded, advise replace complete exhaust. (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Tyre size 195/55/16v

Tyres scrubbed, advise tracking.

Pass 26 Mar 2024 80,081 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2024 80,081 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 72,226 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 64,307 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 58,454 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2021 58,454 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 56,806 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 53,422 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 53,422 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 47,372 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 15 Mar 2017 36,132 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disk slightly worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 23,821 miles

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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LV13 BNZ is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel 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 LV13 BNZ, 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 LV13 BNZ registered?

LV13 BNZ is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 March 2013.

Is LV13 BNZ safe to buy?

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