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SG13 HRO

2013 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

47,046 mi
Last recorded47,046 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG13 HRO
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 47,046 miles

This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact Citroën for information and to arrange a free repair.

Fail 29 Jan 2026 47,046 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective Bracket broken off (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact Citroën for information and to arrange a free repair.

Pass 11 Feb 2025 42,722 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 38,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 35,326 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 32,908 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 31,007 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 31,007 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewalls, tread edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both fronts split on ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 29,588 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears sidewall and tread edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 26,546 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 26,546 miles

Exhaust system insecure Rear tail box bracket broken off and support clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 22,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm to 2mm perishing/cracking to outer wall (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 16,477 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 16,477 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 11,869 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 11,869 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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SG13 HRO is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SG13 HRO, 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 SG13 HRO registered?

SG13 HRO is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 5 March 2013.

Is SG13 HRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG13 HRO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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