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BT61 AEF

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

68,270 mi
Last recorded68,270 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT61 AEF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 68,270 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 66,759 miles

Central SECTION OF EXHAUST -1 BRACKET BROKEN BROKEN AWAY

FSACTORY FITTED UNDER TRAY

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSH -DETEROIRATED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front WHEEL BINDING SLIGHTLY

Fail 15 Dec 2018 66,759 miles

Central SECTION OF EXHAUST -1 BRACKET BROKEN BROKEN AWAY

FSACTORY FITTED UNDER TRAY

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSH -DETEROIRATED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front WHEEL BINDING SLIGHTLY

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 64,506 miles

Emissions not detected

Nearside Rear Tyre, side wall perished

Offside Rear tyre, side wall perished

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Dec 2016 62,519 miles

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

Rear exhaust mount broken

Fail 10 Dec 2016 62,519 miles

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

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

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

Rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 1 Dec 2015 57,444 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 51,942 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 51,939 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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BT61 AEF is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BT61 AEF, 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 BT61 AEF registered?

BT61 AEF is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 12 January 2012.

Is BT61 AEF safe to buy?

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