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2013 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · PJ13 ACV

PJ13 ACV

2013 Citroen C3 (1.4L, diesel). First registered 30 May 2013. Recorded mileage 109,036 miles. MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026.

Make & Model
CITROEN C3
Year / Origin
2013 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 16 Sept 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
109,036 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 16 Sept 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2013
Engine
1398cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This Citroen C3 presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean bill of health in its most recent inspection. The test on 17 September 2025 at 109,036 miles passed without a single defect or advisory recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes over the last three years, suggesting the vehicle is currently well-maintained and mechanically sound. The mileage is typical for a thirteen year old vehicle, averaging roughly 8,387 miles per year. The distance covered between the September 2023 test at 100,718 miles and the September 2025 test at 109,036 miles shows a steady usage pattern of approximately 4,159 miles per annum over the last two years. There are no erratic jumps in mileage that would suggest periods of prolonged standing or sudden heavy commercial use. The MOT history is unusually clean for a vehicle of this age, with no recorded advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, or corrosion across multiple years. While the record shows failures on 5 September 2023 and 2 September 2024, these were resolved within one to two days, indicating a proactive approach to immediate repairs. The lack of recurring faults suggests a consistent maintenance regime rather than a cycle of neglect. A buyer should still perform a physical check for common age-related wear not always captured in a basic MOT. Focus on the condition of the clutch and gear shift smoothness, as the 109,036 mile mark often coincides with drivetrain wear. Inspect the chassis and sills for surface rust and check the tyre tread depths, as the absence of advisories in the record does not guarantee that consumables are not nearing the end of their service life.
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PJ13 ACV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/09/2025
  • 109,036 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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PJ13 ACV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Citroen C3 (PJ13 ACV) between September 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 17 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

PASS
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ADVISORY

PJ13 ACV Mileage History

  1. 05/09/2023100,718 mi
  2. 08/09/2023100,718 mi
  3. 02/09/2024107,546 mi+6,828 mi
  4. 03/09/2024107,547 mi+1 mi
  5. 17/09/2025109,036 mi+1,489 mi

Average of roughly 4,089 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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