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BD12 ATZ

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,911 mi
Last recorded85,911 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 ATZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 85,911 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 51,907 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 51,906 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension locking device ineffective wheel bearing nut (5.3.6 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2025 51,895 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension locking device ineffective wheel bearing nut (5.3.6 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 50,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Mar 2024 50,638 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 49,306 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 49,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 47,480 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 45,795 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 45,078 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 42,032 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 42,032 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 38,325 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 34,640 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Mar 2017 34,640 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger fractured (7.1.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 29,060 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 23,714 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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BD12 ATZ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 BD12 ATZ, 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.

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What year was BD12 ATZ registered?

BD12 ATZ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 10 July 2012.

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