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ERZ 5212

2012 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,594 mi
Last recorded94,594 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERZ 5212
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 94,594 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2026 94,521 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 91,100 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 77,751 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 68,333 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 57,537 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 35,580 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 27,594 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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ERZ 5212 is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ERZ 5212, 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 ERZ 5212 registered?

ERZ 5212 is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 14 June 2012.

Is ERZ 5212 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERZ 5212 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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