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BT12 PXX

2012 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,818 mi
Last recorded55,818 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 PXX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 55,818 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 52,080 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 19 Jul 2024 48,732 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 47,199 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 45,621 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 44,357 miles

both rear tyres light cracking in tread pattern ///

Pass 13 Jul 2020 43,572 miles

both rear tyres light cracks in tread pattern ///

Fail 13 Jul 2020 43,572 miles

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

both rear tyres light cracks in tread pattern ///

Pass 16 Jul 2019 41,936 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine around sump /// (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear tyres slight cracking in tread pattern ///

Pass 11 Jul 2018 39,081 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 34,548 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 25,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre cracks on outer sidewall ///

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 18,125 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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BT12 PXX is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BT12 PXX, 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 BT12 PXX registered?

BT12 PXX is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is BT12 PXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT12 PXX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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