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FD12 PVZ

2012 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

59,338 mi
Last recorded59,338 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 PVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 59,338 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 57,173 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Fail 27 Nov 2024 57,173 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Not possible to test rear seatbelts due to material on seat backs

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

Rear Tyre obviously under inflated both sides (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 54,474 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 51,945 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured advise replace bulb (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Nov 2022 51,945 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured advise replace bulb (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 50,186 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 48,345 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 46,157 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 42,633 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 42,633 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2017 39,828 miles

centre exhaust mount corroded

Pass 24 May 2016 37,914 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 36,153 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 36,153 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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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FD12 PVZ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel 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 FD12 PVZ, 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 FD12 PVZ registered?

FD12 PVZ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is FD12 PVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD12 PVZ 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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