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YX13 VFU

2013 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,259 mi
Last recorded129,259 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C348,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX13 VFU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 129,259 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive N/S drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 122,075 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 122,075 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 112,789 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2024 112,789 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Slight play in N/S/F top strut mount

Pass 1 Aug 2023 103,679 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 94,069 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 85,190 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 76,067 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 76,067 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 68,406 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 53,044 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 53,042 miles

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

exhaust backbox hanger fractured

Pass 4 Apr 2018 49,346 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 38,363 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 29,492 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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YX13 VFU is a 2013 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YX13 VFU, 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 YX13 VFU registered?

YX13 VFU is a 2013 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is YX13 VFU safe to buy?

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