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FM12 BJF

2012 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,376 mi
Last recorded34,376 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM12 BJF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 34,376 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 34,374 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 29,543 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear, front more so (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s, o/s more so (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 29,543 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear, front more so (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s, o/s more so (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 25,827 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 20,086 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 19,830 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 19,549 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 19,105 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 17,994 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 15,830 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 13,202 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 9,826 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 6,654 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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FM12 BJF is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FM12 BJF, 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 FM12 BJF registered?

FM12 BJF is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 15 August 2012.

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