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C3 AYT

2012 Volkswagen Cc

Grey Diesel 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

184,575 mi
Last recorded184,575 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Cc86,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 AYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCc
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 184,575 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 184,573 miles

Nearside Front Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function affected suspension rod broken (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function affected suspension rod broken (5.3.5 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning repeater (4.4.1 (a) (i))

heat shield insecure at rear

Pass 27 Aug 2024 177,552 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 163,385 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 150,860 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 143,967 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 143,742 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 137,987 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 125,157 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 118,105 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 104,742 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 99,168 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 86,605 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2016 70,203 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 70,201 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed NSF and OSF tyres cords exposed at inner shoulders. (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 53,391 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Cc?

Based on 188,914 MOT tests across 20,008 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
8,258
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
20,008
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,466
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C3 AYT is a 2012 Volkswagen Cc in Grey with a 1,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Cc models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 86,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Cc fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,466 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C3 AYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Cc typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Cc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C3 AYT registered?

C3 AYT is a 2012 Volkswagen Cc, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is C3 AYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 AYT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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