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CU12 FZN

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,281 mi
Last recorded61,281 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU12 FZN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 61,281 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2026 61,281 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2025 59,316 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 59,309 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 56,922 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener ()

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

Rear unable to check all rear seatbelts due to items on seats

Pass 21 Apr 2023 54,560 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 52,296 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 50,020 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 May 2020 46,937 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2020 46,937 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 42,569 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 42,569 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2018 37,083 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 30,569 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 22,977 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 16,977 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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CU12 FZN is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CU12 FZN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU12 FZN registered?

CU12 FZN is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is CU12 FZN safe to buy?

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