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VU13 UET

2013 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,505 mi
Last recorded78,505 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU13 UET
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 78,505 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2025 71,332 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Jul 2025 71,332 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 66,029 miles

Coolant leak engine

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Jul 2024 66,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low insecure brackets broken (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Coolant leak engine

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 63,441 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 58,431 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 55,067 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 51,989 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))

Fail 30 Jun 2020 51,989 miles

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

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

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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 8 Oct 2018 42,842 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 35,476 miles

Front exhaust hanger is broken but the exhaust is still supported

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Oct 2017 35,476 miles

Front exhaust hanger is broken but the exhaust is still supported

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 34,248 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported both brackets front and rear weld failed (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front front brake binding disc/lipped (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 24,322 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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VU13 UET is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VU13 UET, 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 VU13 UET registered?

VU13 UET is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 March 2013.

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