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MV13 VLU

2013 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

26,725 mi
Last recorded26,725 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV13 VLU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 26,725 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2025 25,066 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 23,545 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 21,975 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 20,633 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 19,143 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 18,035 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2020 18,035 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 16,292 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 14,636 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 14,636 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 12,277 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 9,055 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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MV13 VLU is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MV13 VLU, 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 MV13 VLU registered?

MV13 VLU is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 5 March 2013.

Is MV13 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV13 VLU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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