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BN62 MSU

2012 Citroen C1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

102,882 mi
Last recorded102,882 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C146,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN62 MSU
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 102,882 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 98,704 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 90,752 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 85,314 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 85,314 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 76,431 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 76,431 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 67,676 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 67,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 57,057 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

front bumper loose offside

Pass 3 Sep 2018 50,226 miles

Front wiper smearing

Nearside Front wheel rim slightly damaged

Offside Front bumper loose

Pass 14 Sep 2017 36,277 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge, 155/65T14 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Sep 2017 36,277 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge, 155/65T14 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge, 155/65T14 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 25,481 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 17,450 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 17,450 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid fluid very thick.smears screen (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (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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BN62 MSU is a 2012 Citroen C1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BN62 MSU, 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 BN62 MSU registered?

BN62 MSU is a 2012 Citroen C1, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is BN62 MSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN62 MSU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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