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AO12 LXB

2012 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,755 mi
Last recorded22,755 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 LXB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2026 22,755 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 20,061 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 16,232 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 11,030 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 8,857 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 7,232 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 6,952 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 6,487 miles

Rear exhaust hanger corroded and broken ( exhaust system secure )

Pass 3 Apr 2018 6,126 miles

windscreen cracked outside of swept area

Pass 28 Mar 2017 5,599 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 4,708 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 3,521 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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AO12 LXB is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AO12 LXB, 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 AO12 LXB registered?

AO12 LXB is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 20 May 2012.

Is AO12 LXB safe to buy?

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