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GL62 FPD

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

93,007 mi
Last recorded93,007 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL62 FPD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 93,007 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 93,007 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2023 86,628 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2023 86,628 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 78,315 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 22 Nov 2022 78,315 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 70,454 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

oil level low

Fail 23 Nov 2021 70,441 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure middle pipe 2x brackets snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed marked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective 1x bracket snapped back box (6.1.2 (a))

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

oil level low

Pass 17 Nov 2020 62,771 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 62,771 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 52,010 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 45,754 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 37,538 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 37,538 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported weld (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 28,558 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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GL62 FPD is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GL62 FPD, 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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GL62 FPD is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 December 2012.

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