2013 Citroen C3 1.6L Petrol · SM13 CVA
2013 Citroen C3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 07 Aug 2013. Recorded mileage 67,862 miles. MOT valid until 28 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C3
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 67,862 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM13 CVA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/12/2025
- 67,862 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM13 CVA MOT History
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 (SM13 CVA) between July 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
SM13 CVA Mileage History
- 16/07/202253,847 mi
- 15/07/202358,836 mi+4,989 mi
- 18/11/202461,829 mi+2,993 mi
- 29/12/202567,862 mi+6,033 mi
- 29/12/202567,862 mi
Average of roughly 4,056 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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