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GF12 HAE

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

99,281 mi
Last recorded99,281 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 HAE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 99,281 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2025 99,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. REQUIRES 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 91,879 miles

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

n/s/f tyre slightly damaged on outer wall

o/s/r tyre slightly worn on inner edge and feathered

rear exhaust bracket broken off but still supported by another

Pass 8 Feb 2023 84,817 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre inner tread stepped.

Fail 8 Feb 2023 84,817 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre inner tread stepped.

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 77,826 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 71,497 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2021 71,497 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to split on inner wall in places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside 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))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 66,203 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

front exhaust bracket\hanger broken away

Pass 8 Feb 2019 59,418 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 51,670 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 51,670 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 44,296 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 44,296 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 35,185 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 35,185 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake disc worn and deep liped

Pass 25 Mar 2015 28,032 miles

o/s wiper blade split

Fail 25 Mar 2015 28,032 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s wiper blade split

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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GF12 HAE is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 GF12 HAE, 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 GF12 HAE registered?

GF12 HAE is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2012.

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