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CK62 VHZ

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

91,508 mi
Last recorded91,508 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK62 VHZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 91,508 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2026 91,508 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2025 91,478 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 83,864 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 83,841 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 80,438 miles

Offside Front Upper sunvisor missing

Fail 19 Dec 2023 80,438 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper sunvisor missing

Pass 8 Dec 2022 73,906 miles

exhaust mounts in poor condition

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edges

sun visor missing o/s

Pass 14 Dec 2021 67,032 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 67,012 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached incorrectly fitted (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 59,783 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner disc face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner disc face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 59,783 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner disc face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner disc face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 53,546 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 45,067 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2017 35,884 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Nov 2017 35,884 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Dec 2016 27,456 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Dec 2016 27,456 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 19,561 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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CK62 VHZ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CK62 VHZ, 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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CK62 VHZ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 7 December 2012.

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