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MR09 PLP

2013 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,508 mi
Last recorded65,508 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR09 PLP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 65,508 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 61,070 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Mar 2025 61,070 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 55,052 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 195/55-16 87v (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 49,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55-16 87V (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 45,167 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2021 41,163 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 38,294 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2020 38,294 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 33,776 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 28,677 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

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

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 27 Mar 2017 22,279 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 16,863 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 15,876 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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MR09 PLP is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MR09 PLP, 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 MR09 PLP registered?

MR09 PLP is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 15 February 2013.

Is MR09 PLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR09 PLP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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