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VK13 EMF

2013 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,472 mi
Last recorded69,472 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK13 EMF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 69,472 miles

Front exhaust bracket snapped

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rubber (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 61,727 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 51,866 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 51,866 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 30% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 48,469 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 46,159 miles

Front wiper blades worn

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

exhaust rear hanging bracket insecure

Pass 20 Feb 2019 40,983 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 35,952 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 35,952 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 30,027 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 17,001 miles

both windscreen wipers split

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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VK13 EMF is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 VK13 EMF, 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

How do I check the history of VK13 EMF?

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What year was VK13 EMF registered?

VK13 EMF is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is VK13 EMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK13 EMF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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