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LY13 HVN

2013 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

98,113 mi
Last recorded98,113 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY13 HVN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 98,113 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Jun 2025 95,698 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2025 95,698 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2024 92,684 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 92,053 miles

1 ltr oil

Fail 14 Feb 2024 92,053 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

1 ltr oil

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect refitted bulb (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working refilled (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 76,714 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))

Lower Gearbox mounting defective

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2023 76,714 miles

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

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))

Lower Gearbox mounting defective

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 60,854 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2022 60,854 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 53,926 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2021 53,926 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 49,808 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 44,567 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 39,411 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2018 39,411 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 34,239 miles

Nearside Rear light damaged

Fail 15 Feb 2017 34,239 miles

Nearside Rear light damaged

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 28,334 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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LY13 HVN is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 LY13 HVN, 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 LY13 HVN registered?

LY13 HVN is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is LY13 HVN safe to buy?

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