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DG12 JFU

2012 Citroen C3

Bronze Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,057 mi
Last recorded65,057 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 JFU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 65,057 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 55,309 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 52,794 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 50,606 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 48,827 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 48,826 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 47,385 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 47,385 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 45,419 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 41,610 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 37,792 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Feb 2017 31,958 miles

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

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

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

Nearside front tyre side wall cracked/perished

Pass 9 Feb 2016 24,801 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on the inner edges

Pass 6 Mar 2015 18,338 miles

Coolant leak

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)

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 JFU is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Bronze with a 1,360cc petrol 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 DG12 JFU, 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

How do I check the history of DG12 JFU?

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What year was DG12 JFU registered?

DG12 JFU is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is DG12 JFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 JFU 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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