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BL12 LVZ

2012 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

94,275 mi
Last recorded94,275 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL12 LVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 94,275 miles

under body corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2024 71,379 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2024 71,371 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 71,294 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 70,772 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2022 70,772 miles

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

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

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

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Central Exhaust mounting defective Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 67,830 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 66,604 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 62,302 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 62,302 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 56,560 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 56,558 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 51,542 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 44,889 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Rear exhaust mounting insecure due to corrosion (system is still supported)

Fail 8 Jul 2016 44,889 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake discs corroded

Rear exhaust mounting insecure due to corrosion (system is still supported)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 35,763 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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BL12 LVZ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BL12 LVZ, 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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BL12 LVZ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 17 July 2012.

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