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FH12 DXO

2012 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,274 mi
Last recorded71,274 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 DXO
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 71,274 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2025 55,230 miles
Fail 24 May 2025 55,226 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres starting to wear on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 42,828 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 35,975 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2023 35,975 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 30,209 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 30,209 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer support strap corroded and detached (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on both sides of vehicle offside tyre quite bad (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 29,856 miles

rear exhaust mount broken

Fail 12 Oct 2021 29,848 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 29 Sep 2020 27,630 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 24,557 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 20,332 miles

rear exhaust mount corroded

Pass 11 May 2017 17,783 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 13,307 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 8,254 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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FH12 DXO is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FH12 DXO, 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 FH12 DXO registered?

FH12 DXO is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is FH12 DXO safe to buy?

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