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BV12 TVL

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,815 mi
Last recorded45,815 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 TVL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2026 45,815 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 42,778 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2024 38,787 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 34,313 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 30,284 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 26,420 miles

Front Tyres wearing low

Pass 9 Jul 2020 24,740 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 22,035 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 17,638 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 12,926 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 8,911 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 6,194 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 6,034 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BV12 TVL is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BV12 TVL, 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 BV12 TVL registered?

BV12 TVL is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is BV12 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 TVL shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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