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EA62 DXB

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,443 mi
Last recorded54,443 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA62 DXB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 54,443 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 53,395 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 52,214 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Feb 2023 48,965 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2023 48,915 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 45,097 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 45,097 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 41,332 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 38,838 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Feb 2020 38,838 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 35,978 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2018 33,040 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 29,255 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 25,457 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 24,179 miles

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

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened DISC WORN (3.5.1n)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view MIRROR CASEING BROKEN (8.1.2a)

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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EA62 DXB is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol 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 EA62 DXB, 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 EA62 DXB registered?

EA62 DXB is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 5 November 2012.

Is EA62 DXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA62 DXB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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