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GV61 OBR

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,742 mi
Last recorded66,742 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 OBR
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 66,742 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 60,367 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 60,193 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2023 60,189 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Vehicle fitted with undertrays unable to inspect brake pipes

Pass 14 Sep 2022 59,965 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 59,965 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 59,809 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 58,122 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 54,560 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 51,576 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Oct 2018 51,566 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 47,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 39,842 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 26,750 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 19,532 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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GV61 OBR is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV61 OBR, 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 GV61 OBR registered?

GV61 OBR is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 February 2012.

Is GV61 OBR safe to buy?

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