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RV13 CPE

2013 Citroen C3

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

105,872 mi
Last recorded105,872 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV13 CPE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 105,872 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2026 105,869 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 96,029 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Inner tyre worn edges

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily worn and multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily worn with multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 96,029 miles

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

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Inner tyre worn edges

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily worn and multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily worn with multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 89,626 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2023 83,633 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 78,929 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 78,929 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 73,449 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 69,065 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket snapped (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 59,041 miles

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

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

Nearside Sill damaged.

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 47,070 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 5 Apr 2017 35,428 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 5 Apr 2017 35,428 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 5 Apr 2016 24,803 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

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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RV13 CPE is a 2013 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,560cc diesel 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 RV13 CPE, 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 RV13 CPE registered?

RV13 CPE is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is RV13 CPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV13 CPE 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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