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AO12 NKC

2012 Citroen C3

White Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

27,239 mi
Last recorded27,239 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 NKC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 27,239 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 27,236 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))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 22,449 miles

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

Slight oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2023 19,283 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 16,984 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 16,984 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 16,139 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 14,935 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 12,804 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 10,301 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 6,955 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 4,879 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 3,885 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 NKC is a 2012 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AO12 NKC, 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 NKC registered?

AO12 NKC is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is AO12 NKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 NKC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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