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VA13 CUX

2013 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,419 mi
Last recorded75,419 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA13 CUX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 75,419 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2026 75,408 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2025 69,139 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 69,139 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 60,951 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 59,663 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 56,897 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 53,832 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 53,832 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 51,800 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 49,360 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 45,342 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 40,765 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 33,122 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 28,652 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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VA13 CUX is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VA13 CUX, 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 VA13 CUX registered?

VA13 CUX is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 17 August 2013.

Is VA13 CUX safe to buy?

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