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CP62 NPZ

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,575 mi
Last recorded85,575 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP62 NPZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 85,575 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2025 85,009 miles

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

Underside sprayed with protective paint

Pass 9 Dec 2024 76,968 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 68,337 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 58,142 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 49,118 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 39,445 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 36,115 miles

Manufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 10 Dec 2018 31,664 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 31,664 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 27,576 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 22,646 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 22,646 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 17,493 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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CP62 NPZ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CP62 NPZ, 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 CP62 NPZ registered?

CP62 NPZ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is CP62 NPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP62 NPZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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