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DG12 JCJ

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,132 mi
Last recorded96,132 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 JCJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 96,132 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 91,661 miles

the car has an outstanding recall

Pass 25 Jun 2024 86,049 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 79,586 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking and perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower spring rubber mount missing.

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust silencer rubber mount bracket broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Jun 2023 79,581 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking and perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower spring rubber mount missing.

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust silencer rubber mount bracket broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 72,967 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 66,767 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer exhaust mount bracket broken, exhaust still secure. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 62,726 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective exhaust still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Jun 2020 62,726 miles

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

Central Exhaust mounting defective exhaust still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 55,920 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 6 Jul 2019 55,920 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

exhaust hangers in poor condition

n/s/r tyre worn outer edge

Pass 9 Mar 2018 39,864 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 30,429 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 30,429 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 22,474 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 14,865 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 JCJ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,397cc 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 DG12 JCJ, 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 JCJ registered?

DG12 JCJ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is DG12 JCJ safe to buy?

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