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EF61 NHE

2012 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

75,112 mi
Last recorded75,112 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 NHE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 75,112 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 70,096 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured and offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 64,694 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2024 64,694 miles

Electronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 56,370 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 50,931 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres getting low (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres getting low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 46,949 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 40,326 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2018 27,131 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 24,211 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 21,277 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 17,733 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 13,941 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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EF61 NHE is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EF61 NHE, 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.

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What year was EF61 NHE registered?

EF61 NHE is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 21 January 2012.

Is EF61 NHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 NHE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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