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2013 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · YU51 BOU

YU51 BOU

2013 Citroen C1 (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2013. Recorded mileage 84,144 miles. MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
CITROEN C1
Year / Origin
2013 · Beverley / Hull
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 13 Apr 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
84,144 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13 Apr 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2013
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in April 2026 at 84,144 miles resulted in a failure due to an insecure rear exhaust system and unsecured body components. While the car passed immediately upon rectification, the recurring nature of body-related failures across 2025 and 2026 suggests the owner only addresses faults when they fail inspection. Mileage accumulation remains consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per annum. The record shows a steady progression of roughly 8,000 miles between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 7,800 miles between April 2025 and April 2026. This low annual mileage suggests the car has been used for short urban trips, which often places less strain on the drivetrain but can lead to accelerated aging of rubber components and brake hardware that degrade over time regardless of the distance driven. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front braking system and suspension assembly. The tester flagged the front brake discs as pitted or scored in 2025 and worn in 2024, indicating the components are likely nearing the end of their functional life or are suffering from corrosion due to low-mileage-use cycles. Additionally, the front anti-roll bar linkages were noted as worn in 2023, and repeated advisories for front tyres reaching the legal limit in 2024 and 2025 demonstrate a pattern of neglecting basic consumable maintenance. The persistent issues regarding insecure body and exhaust parts require a physical check of the mounting brackets and bolts to ensure no significant structural corrosion is present at the attachment points. The tester also noted an insecure battery in 2025, which should be verified for stability to prevent damage to terminals or the tray. Given the trend of minor failures, the vehicle requires a thorough mechanical check of the chassis and exhaust mounting hardware before purchase.

YU51 BOU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/04/2026
  • 84,144 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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YU51 BOU Mileage History

  1. 27/01/202358,343 mi
  2. 15/04/202466,231 mi+7,888 mi
  3. 07/04/202576,357 mi+10,126 mi
  4. 13/04/202684,144 mi+7,787 mi
  5. 13/04/202684,144 mi

Average of roughly 8,040 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YU51 BOU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Jun 2026, 17:06
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 C1 (YU51 BOU) between January 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 April 2026 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: Bodywork (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))”.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY