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CE12 OSM

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,333 mi
Last recorded134,333 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE12 OSM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 134,333 miles

Coolant level low

Exhaust flexi separating

Exhaust mounting defective Front exhaust hanger missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit / worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 128,155 miles

Coolant level low

Exhaust mounting defective Front exhaust hanger missing (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust mounts heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective Worn down to plastic (3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 124,602 miles

Exhaust flexi deteriorating

Exhaust mounting defective Centre exhaust mount missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside ()

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 12 Dec 2023 124,602 miles

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

Exhaust flexi deteriorating

Exhaust mounting defective Centre exhaust mount missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside ()

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 110,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

front & rear exhaust mounts deteriorating

Fail 1 Dec 2022 110,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside & offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

front & rear exhaust mounts deteriorating

Pass 8 Dec 2021 94,453 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear silencer mounting detached (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 80,463 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 65,274 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 50,721 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 37,256 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 23,025 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 16,596 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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CE12 OSM is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CE12 OSM, 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 CE12 OSM registered?

CE12 OSM is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is CE12 OSM safe to buy?

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