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AJ12 LJY

2012 Citroen C1

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

46,963 mi
Last recorded46,963 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C146,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 LJY
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 46,963 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 46,963 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 155/65R14 75T (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 44,500 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2024 44,499 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 42,701 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 40,919 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 39,664 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 39,664 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2020 38,474 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 36,538 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 35,332 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front in bore (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Aug 2018 35,332 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front in bore (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 33,918 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres very low (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 32,539 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 30,456 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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AJ12 LJY is a 2012 Citroen C1 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ12 LJY, 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 AJ12 LJY registered?

AJ12 LJY is a 2012 Citroen C1, first registered on 10 August 2012.

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