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BJ62 FYM

2012 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,497 mi
Last recorded33,497 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ62 FYM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 33,497 miles

Has under trays fitted

Fail 6 Aug 2026 33,497 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Has under trays fitted

Heat shield loose at rear

Pass 7 Aug 2025 32,515 miles

Has under trays fitted

Heat shield loose at rear

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

This vehicle has an outstanding recall. contact citroen for information and to arrange a free repair

Fail 7 Aug 2025 32,515 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Has under trays fitted

Heat shield loose at rear

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

This vehicle has an outstanding recall. contact citroen for information and to arrange a free repair

Pass 14 Aug 2024 31,327 miles

Underneath Corroded In Places

Undertrays Fitted In Places

Fail 13 Aug 2024 31,326 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Service brake excessively fluctuating Both Rears (1.2.1 (e))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Fronts Look Low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Underneath Corroded In Places

Undertrays Fitted In Places

Pass 24 Aug 2023 29,167 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Heatshield Loose @ Rear

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Fronts & Rears (1.2.1 (e))

Underneath Corroded In Place Rear Axle, Suspension Parts,,

Undertrays Fitted

Fail 24 Aug 2023 29,167 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Heatshield Loose @ Rear

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Fronts & Rears (1.2.1 (e))

Underneath Corroded In Place Rear Axle, Suspension Parts,,

Undertrays Fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2022 27,620 miles

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

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

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

has under trays fitted

heat shield at rear loose

Pass 9 Sep 2021 26,216 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Fail 9 Sep 2021 26,216 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt INSECURE (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2020 24,472 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged splitting (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides have some pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 22,964 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 22,964 miles

Exhaust system insecure 2 x hangers broken off (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 20,413 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 17,438 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 14,447 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 11,069 miles

Nails in both rear tyres

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
Full Citroen C3 reliability report

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BJ62 FYM is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc 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 BJ62 FYM, 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 BJ62 FYM registered?

BJ62 FYM is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 September 2012.

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