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FX12 PNK

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

147,684 mi
Last recorded147,684 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX12 PNK
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 147,684 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 144,756 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 141,517 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 9 Nov 2023 141,515 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 137,184 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 133,203 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 130,780 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 130,206 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 130,206 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 129,780 miles

both front track control arms rear bushes cracking

Pass 23 Jun 2017 129,235 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides and marked (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 23 Jun 2017 129,235 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both sides (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides and marked (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 123,718 miles

Centre exhaust bracket broken

Pass 23 Jun 2015 115,699 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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FX12 PNK is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc 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 FX12 PNK, 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 FX12 PNK registered?

FX12 PNK is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is FX12 PNK safe to buy?

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