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LV13 CZT

2013 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

85,537 mi
Last recorded85,537 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV13 CZT
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 85,537 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill slightly bent (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 81,591 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside inner brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front undertray slightly loose but unlikely to become detached

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pinhole in boot starting to seep grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill slightly bent (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface light unit damaged but no effect on emitted light[rear reflector material damaged and tape used to cover sharp edges] (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively slightly noisy in brake tester (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear passenger door slight damage but still functions as intended

‘This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact Citroën for information and to arrange a free repair’

Fail 3 Jul 2025 81,516 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nearside and offside wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside inner brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front undertray slightly loose but unlikely to become detached

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pinhole in boot starting to seep grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill slightly bent (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface light unit damaged but no effect on emitted light[rear reflector material damaged and tape used to cover sharp edges] (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively slightly noisy in brake tester (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear passenger door slight damage but still functions as intended

Pass 5 Jul 2024 74,682 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 74,137 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 72,726 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2021 72,718 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Offside & nearside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 68,225 miles

Nearside Rear panel damaged

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

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

undertrays fitted

wet test carried out

Pass 24 Jan 2020 62,076 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Fail 24 Jan 2020 62,076 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Lower Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 54,682 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Under-trays fitted as standard, obscuring some underside components

Vehicle was presented for inspection in wet conditions

Fail 30 Jan 2019 54,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire Above back box (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Engine oil level low

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear bolt on bumper carrier/ reinforcement bar damaged. Replacement recommended

Under-trays fitted as standard, obscuring some underside components

Vehicle was presented for inspection in wet conditions

Pass 13 Jan 2018 46,968 miles

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

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

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

covers prevent full inspection of some components

Pass 12 Jan 2017 40,449 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 32,758 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 32,758 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 CZT is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Black 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 LV13 CZT, 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 LV13 CZT registered?

LV13 CZT is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 March 2013.

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