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FG12 CHV

2012 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,456 mi
Last recorded63,456 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 CHV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 63,456 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 61,668 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 58,646 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 58,646 miles

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 53,361 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 53,361 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 47,144 miles

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

Front exhaust mount broken

Rear Exhaust mount missing

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 41,226 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2020 36,844 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 36,844 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 32,551 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 28,366 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 23,196 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 18,731 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 16,694 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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FG12 CHV is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel 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 FG12 CHV, 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 FG12 CHV registered?

FG12 CHV is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 April 2012.

Is FG12 CHV safe to buy?

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