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AK12 CLX

2012 Citroen C4

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

188,513 mi
Last recorded188,513 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C465,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 CLX
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 188,513 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 175,334 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 165,444 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2023 165,443 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 155,121 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2022 155,119 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 144,143 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 144,143 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 129,052 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2020 129,052 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 110,061 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 87,887 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 71,157 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some components.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-tray fitted obscuring some under side components.

Pass 4 Mar 2016 53,662 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 31,650 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C4?

Based on 3,110,282 MOT tests across 237,183 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,034
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
237,183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,682
Stop lamp not working 57,397
position lamp(s) not working 51,823
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46,041
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39,505
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AK12 CLX is a 2012 Citroen C4 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Citroen C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 65,251 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 C4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,682 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK12 CLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C4 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Citroen C4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK12 CLX registered?

AK12 CLX is a 2012 Citroen C4, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is AK12 CLX safe to buy?

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