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SY13 GRK

2013 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,545 mi
Last recorded89,545 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY13 GRK
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 89,545 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 89,545 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 84,511 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2024 84,511 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 80,029 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2022 74,903 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 68,049 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 61,595 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2020 60,467 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2020 60,426 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 54,777 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 49,103 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 43,277 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 43,277 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre hanger (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 40,153 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 35,156 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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SY13 GRK is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SY13 GRK, 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 SY13 GRK registered?

SY13 GRK is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 8 March 2013.

Is SY13 GRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY13 GRK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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