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YC13 XEH

2013 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,596 mi
Last recorded20,596 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC13 XEH
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 20,596 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 18,516 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 16,324 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 16,043 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 16,035 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 12,880 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 11,602 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 9,701 miles

all 4 tyres cracking on side walls , due to age (original tyres ,7yrs old)

Pass 18 Sep 2019 9,440 miles

all 4 tyres cracking on side-walls. (originan tyres)

Pass 6 Sep 2018 9,206 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 8,897 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 8,522 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 8,522 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 7,317 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 7,310 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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YC13 XEH is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,598cc 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 YC13 XEH, 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 YC13 XEH registered?

YC13 XEH is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 7 June 2013.

Is YC13 XEH safe to buy?

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