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PJ13 CPN

2013 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,298 mi
Last recorded66,298 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ13 CPN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 66,298 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 61,235 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 55,872 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 53,071 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear bumper damaged but no sharp edges

Fail 25 Nov 2022 53,071 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

rear bumper damaged but no sharp edges

Fail 23 Nov 2022 53,066 miles

Exhaust system insecure Middle and back box mounts broken / adrift - Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear axle bushes starting to perish (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Exhaust front flexi pipe deteriorated

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front DRL light not working

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm, DOT 3216, 205/45/17 88H XL (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Bumper is damaged

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm, DOT 4816, 205/45/17 88Y XL (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front suspension arm bushes are deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 49,058 miles

Offside daytime running light not working

Fail 23 Nov 2021 49,049 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside daytime running light not working

Pass 8 Aug 2020 47,412 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 42,890 miles

Offside Front daytime running lamp damaged

Fail 8 Aug 2019 42,890 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine oil below minimum

Pass 31 Jul 2018 28,814 miles

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

Offside Front daytime running lamp damaged

engine oil low

Fail 31 Jul 2018 28,814 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front daytime running lamp damaged

engine oil low

Pass 10 Aug 2017 15,089 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 5,080 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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PJ13 CPN 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 66.7%.

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 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 PJ13 CPN, 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 PJ13 CPN registered?

PJ13 CPN is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 June 2013.

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