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YY13 GZL

2013 Citroen C1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,574 mi
Last recorded63,574 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C142,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY13 GZL
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 63,574 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

under vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2025 55,104 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

under vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2024 49,501 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2024 49,501 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 41,414 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened lower coil spring rubber seat not fitted correctly (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust deteriorated and leaking slightly (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 36,659 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 30,126 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 20,510 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2018 4,390 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 3,845 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 3,845 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 3,266 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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YY13 GZL is a 2013 Citroen C1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 42,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YY13 GZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 13 years old, this Citroen C1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YY13 GZL registered?

YY13 GZL is a 2013 Citroen C1, first registered on 31 July 2013.

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