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FP62 FXL

2012 Citroen C3

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

114,968 mi
Last recorded114,968 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP62 FXL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 114,968 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Oct 2024 108,417 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 101,096 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 13 Nov 2023 101,094 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge and cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 92,684 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 86,082 miles

front discs lipped

rear exhaust bracket broken but system secure

Fail 26 Oct 2021 86,082 miles

Position lamp not working o/s/f fit 501 bulb at test (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

front discs lipped

rear exhaust bracket broken but system secure

Pass 6 Nov 2020 80,045 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 74,742 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 74,742 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 67,296 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 58,052 miles

Front slight age cracking to tyres

Nearside Rear slight age cracking to tyre

Pass 3 Nov 2016 46,342 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 31,094 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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FP62 FXL is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Green with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FP62 FXL, 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 FP62 FXL registered?

FP62 FXL is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 15 November 2012.

Is FP62 FXL safe to buy?

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