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BD12 ODF

2012 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

102,490 mi
Last recorded102,490 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 ODF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 102,490 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 9 Nov 2023 102,490 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 93,265 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 93,265 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2021 85,273 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 76,683 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2020 76,682 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 71,810 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 69,432 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 66,703 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2016 62,937 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2016 62,937 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 59,234 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 ODF is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 ODF, 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 ODF registered?

BD12 ODF is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 26 May 2012.

Is BD12 ODF safe to buy?

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