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FP62 ZHK

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,678 mi
Last recorded83,678 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP62 ZHK
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 83,678 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2024 83,676 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 71,723 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust flexi section deteriorated

undertrays obscuring view of brake & fuel lines

Fail 24 Oct 2023 71,721 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust flexi section deteriorated

undertrays obscuring view of brake & fuel lines

Pass 18 Oct 2022 59,698 miles

Central exhaust support missing

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

Fail 18 Oct 2022 59,698 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Central exhaust support missing

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 46,236 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

undertrays fitted

Fail 15 Sep 2021 46,233 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2020 39,878 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 35,691 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 30,714 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low ? (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 24,986 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad looking low (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 22,186 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 18,157 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 ZHK is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FP62 ZHK, 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 ZHK registered?

FP62 ZHK is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 2 December 2012.

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