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GL12 UFY

2012 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,095 mi
Last recorded49,095 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 UFY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 49,095 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 43,602 miles

Nearside Front tyre getting quite worn

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured

Fail 7 Mar 2025 43,602 miles

Nearside Front tyre getting quite worn

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured

Pass 8 Mar 2024 41,291 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 41,291 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 37,966 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 36,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm and bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 34,968 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 32,777 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 29,408 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 29,408 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 26,769 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 22 Aug 2016 23,391 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 20,108 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 20,108 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2015 18,288 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 UFY is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UFY, 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 GL12 UFY registered?

GL12 UFY is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is GL12 UFY safe to buy?

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