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LV13 OVZ

2013 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

64,938 mi
Last recorded64,938 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV13 OVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 64,938 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2025 64,933 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 53,460 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 41,738 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 41,735 miles

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

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

advise brake fluid change

Pass 13 Oct 2022 32,371 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 21,721 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2021 21,721 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 15,121 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 14,514 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 13,366 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 12,247 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 12,245 miles

Offside Front front brake application uneven binding (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 19 May 2017 11,346 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 10,705 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 OVZ is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 OVZ, 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 OVZ registered?

LV13 OVZ is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is LV13 OVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV13 OVZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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