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SL13 CXJ

2013 Citroen C4

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

159,249 mi
Last recorded159,249 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C460,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL13 CXJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 159,249 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2025 159,247 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 149,615 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre has wear on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre has wear on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Oct 2024 149,615 miles

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre has wear on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre has wear on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 139,030 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 139,020 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Sub-frame is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2022 129,131 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Aug 2022 128,981 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 120,135 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2021 120,135 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 106,478 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 106,477 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 90,130 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 70,784 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 56,207 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 41,530 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wearing very low (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wearing low on inner pads (3.5.1g)

Undertray fitted

Fail 30 Apr 2016 41,530 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wearing very low (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wearing low on inner pads (3.5.1g)

Undertray fitted

How Reliable is the Citroen C4?

Based on 3,110,282 MOT tests across 237,183 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,034
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
237,183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,682
Stop lamp not working 57,397
position lamp(s) not working 51,823
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46,041
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39,505
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SL13 CXJ is a 2013 Citroen C4 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2013 Citroen C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 60,946 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 C4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,682 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL13 CXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C4 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 13 years old, this Citroen C4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SL13 CXJ registered?

SL13 CXJ is a 2013 Citroen C4, first registered on 18 April 2013.

Is SL13 CXJ safe to buy?

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