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DY62 HFW

2012 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,029 mi
Last recorded88,029 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY62 HFW
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 88,029 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 87,980 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 76,969 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 67,036 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 57,181 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 50,006 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 50,006 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 41,529 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2019 41,529 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 33,671 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 33,671 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 30,939 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 27,736 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 17 Sep 2015 24,674 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 23,782 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 23,782 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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DY62 HFW is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,398cc diesel 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 DY62 HFW, 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 DY62 HFW registered?

DY62 HFW is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is DY62 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY62 HFW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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