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GX12 HXU

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

148,000 mi
Last recorded148,000 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX12 HXU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 148,000 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 134,566 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 123,489 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2021 123,489 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 123,001 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 119,670 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2019 119,670 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/55R16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 102,082 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 84,495 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 69,338 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing slightly on outer edge.

Pass 20 Mar 2015 54,037 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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GX12 HXU is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GX12 HXU, 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 GX12 HXU registered?

GX12 HXU is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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The MOT history for GX12 HXU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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