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AF12 VJN

2012 Citroen C1

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

54,829 mi
Last recorded54,829 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C146,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 VJN
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 54,829 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 52,809 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2024 48,772 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 43,380 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Jul 2022 37,430 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 30,848 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side worn and corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 24,327 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 13,922 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 13,834 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 13,531 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 13,190 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Jan 2017 13,190 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 12,880 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 12,554 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AF12 VJN is a 2012 Citroen C1 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 46,294 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 AF12 VJN, 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 14 years old, this Citroen C1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF12 VJN registered?

AF12 VJN is a 2012 Citroen C1, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is AF12 VJN safe to buy?

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