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EX62 CVL

2012 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

77,734 mi
Last recorded77,734 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX62 CVL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2024 77,734 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 77,734 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm, outer edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm, outer edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 75,219 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2023 75,219 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 72,045 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 67,070 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective Front Exhaust Hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 58,723 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 51,733 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 51,231 miles

Front tyres not extra load

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 8 Sep 2016 42,696 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 34,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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EX62 CVL is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EX62 CVL, 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

How do I check the history of EX62 CVL?

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What year was EX62 CVL registered?

EX62 CVL is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is EX62 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX62 CVL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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