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EX62 NTC

2012 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

51,486 mi
Last recorded51,486 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX62 NTC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 51,486 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 51,331 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 51,331 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 47,897 miles

rear brakes grabbing

Pass 19 Aug 2022 45,247 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 19 Aug 2022 45,247 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 38,378 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 38,378 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 32,689 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 26,073 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 20,420 miles

rear exhaust support bracket corroded off but system still supported

Fail 24 Aug 2018 20,420 miles

rear exhaust support bracket corroded off but system still supported

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 15,785 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 15,425 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Middle pipe exhaust bracket broken.

Pass 25 Aug 2015 12,200 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 NTC is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NTC, 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 EX62 NTC registered?

EX62 NTC is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 8 September 2012.

Is EX62 NTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX62 NTC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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