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GL12 TKF

2012 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,089 mi
Last recorded44,089 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 TKF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 44,089 miles

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Pass 14 Nov 2024 43,975 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 39,083 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 34,671 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 30,402 miles

items removed from windscreen prior to test being carried out

Pass 25 Aug 2020 28,042 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 28,042 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 25,737 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 23,165 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 19,550 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 15,552 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 12,028 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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GL12 TKF is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 GL12 TKF, 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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How do I check the history of GL12 TKF?

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What year was GL12 TKF registered?

GL12 TKF is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 August 2012.

Is GL12 TKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 TKF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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