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DG12 CHX

2012 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,088 mi
Last recorded48,088 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 CHX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 48,088 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 44,249 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 44,228 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 44,228 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 44,159 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Oct 2023 41,136 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 38,683 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 36,776 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2020 36,884 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 33,969 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 27,938 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 21,451 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 21,450 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55/16 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer shoulder

Pass 11 Jan 2016 15,373 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 9,237 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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DG12 CHX is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG12 CHX, 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 DG12 CHX registered?

DG12 CHX is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is DG12 CHX safe to buy?

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