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FY12 EVP

2012 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,968 mi
Last recorded48,968 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 EVP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 48,968 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 45,944 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2024 45,944 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 43,058 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2023 43,058 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 39,961 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2022 39,951 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 36,871 miles

Exhaust mounting defective at rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm inner front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 34,737 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm inner front and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm inner front and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Oct 2020 34,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm inner front and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm inner front and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 31,901 miles

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone arms ( inner rear bushes are starting to deteriorate ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 28,213 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 28,212 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2018 26,575 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs worn and corroded (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall damaged,no cords visible

Fail 23 Feb 2018 26,575 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195 55 16 (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs worn and corroded (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall damaged,no cords visible

Pass 6 Mar 2017 20,447 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 15,220 miles

Rear exhaust bracket adrift but system still adequately supported

Pass 28 Feb 2015 10,495 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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FY12 EVP is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FY12 EVP, 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 FY12 EVP registered?

FY12 EVP is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is FY12 EVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 EVP shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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