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EO12 DHY

2012 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,701 mi
Last recorded66,701 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO12 DHY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 66,701 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 53,079 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 47,093 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 41,718 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 36,740 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 31,928 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 31,928 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 30,699 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 27,982 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 27,982 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))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust bracket adrift (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 24,642 miles

Rear exhaust bracket adrift

all tyres wearing

Pass 28 Feb 2017 20,639 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear exhaust bracket adrift

all tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 Feb 2016 14,743 miles

Rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Fail 25 Feb 2016 14,742 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Feb 2015 9,668 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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EO12 DHY is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black 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 EO12 DHY, 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 EO12 DHY registered?

EO12 DHY is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is EO12 DHY safe to buy?

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