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BV62 HMU

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

107,877 mi
Last recorded107,877 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 HMU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 107,877 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underbody covers fitted

underside has been previously wax oiled

Pass 12 Jun 2024 106,361 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear axle corroded

Fail 12 Jun 2024 106,358 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear axle corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2023 104,785 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 102,374 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive forward of the subframe an outrigger leading towards the front needs a good clean off and paint/treatment to prevent further corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside needs covers removing and cleaning off and a wax oil/treatment applied

Pass 9 Dec 2021 101,738 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall of tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 93,019 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 93,010 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall of tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall of tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Dec 2019 84,955 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2019 73,556 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 55,407 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 34,687 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 10,947 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 7,162 miles

reset internal headlamp adjuster

under trays fitted preventing full inspection off some components

Pass 15 Jul 2015 6,568 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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BV62 HMU is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BV62 HMU, 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 BV62 HMU registered?

BV62 HMU is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 7 September 2012.

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