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FV62 LVH

2012 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

68,348 mi
Last recorded68,348 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 LVH
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 68,348 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 64,464 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 64,460 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 61,930 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 58,899 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 58,898 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring with an unsafe modification spring fouling brake flexi hose (5.3.1 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 52,755 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 47,215 miles

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

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 9 Sep 2019 40,882 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 34,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 28,669 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 21,356 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 16,553 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 16,549 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 38% (3.7.B.5b)

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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FV62 LVH is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol 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 FV62 LVH, 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 FV62 LVH registered?

FV62 LVH is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 October 2012.

Is FV62 LVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 LVH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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