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BG12 MTE

2012 Citroen C1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,882 mi
Last recorded71,882 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C146,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 MTE
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 71,882 miles

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

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

Front subframe rusty

Rear axle rusty

Fail 24 Feb 2026 71,864 miles

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

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

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

Front subframe rusty

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

Rear axle rusty

Pass 27 Feb 2025 66,938 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in the tread req soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 61,828 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 55,566 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 50,304 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 50,191 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 42,630 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2020 42,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 36,616 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 32,681 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 5 May 2017 30,909 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 28,322 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 8 May 2015 25,853 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 25,853 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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BG12 MTE is a 2012 Citroen C1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 46,294 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 C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG12 MTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Citroen C1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG12 MTE registered?

BG12 MTE is a 2012 Citroen C1, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is BG12 MTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 MTE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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