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AF12 UPL

2012 Citroen C3

White Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

56,039 mi
Last recorded56,039 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 UPL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 56,039 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 54,033 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2024 54,033 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 52,497 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2023 52,497 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 48,764 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 44,043 miles

Offside Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 12 Nov 2021 44,043 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 30 Oct 2020 42,023 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 37,357 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 32,387 miles

both front tyres scrubbing inside edge

Pass 15 May 2017 27,581 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 22,599 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 17,646 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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AF12 UPL is a 2012 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 52,222 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF12 UPL, 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 14 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 AF12 UPL registered?

AF12 UPL is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is AF12 UPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 UPL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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