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YB62 VBJ

2013 Citroen C3

Bronze Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

127,827 mi
Last recorded127,827 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB62 VBJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 127,827 miles

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2024 125,061 miles

both rear tyres are starting to scrub slightly on inner edge

exhaust hangers are starting to deteriorate

Pass 7 Dec 2023 123,045 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 110,577 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive leak around where shaft enters gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 110,420 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive leak around where shaft enters gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 96,092 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Upper Steering system slightly rough strut bearing (2.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 83,560 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2020 83,560 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 68,813 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 53,982 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 53,979 miles

Rear Brake disc contaminated Heavily corroded. (1.1.14 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55/16 87T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 51,587 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 47,934 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 36,780 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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YB62 VBJ is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Bronze with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YB62 VBJ, 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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YB62 VBJ is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 8 February 2013.

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