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DF12 VAD

2012 Citroen C3

White Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

62,631 mi
Last recorded62,631 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 VAD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 62,631 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 60,773 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2024 60,769 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 57,889 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 55,358 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured 2x front 2x rear (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 52,635 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 51,251 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 48,802 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 45,364 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 39,999 miles

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

exhaust back box hanger broken (system still supported)

Pass 21 Aug 2016 24,743 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 10,080 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 10,080 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DF12 VAD is a 2012 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,360cc petrol 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 DF12 VAD, 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 DF12 VAD registered?

DF12 VAD is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is DF12 VAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 VAD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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