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GY62 JLX

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

58,224 mi
Last recorded58,224 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY62 JLX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 58,224 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2025 57,283 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 56,661 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 55,506 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 55,503 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 54,520 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 53,663 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Feb 2021 53,638 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Dec 2019 52,627 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 52,263 miles

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

centre exhaust mount detatched but exhaust still supported

Pass 13 Jan 2018 35,968 miles

Engine oil level low

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both, offside and nearside (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted. Both, offside and nearside (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust system mount damaged, but still adequately supported

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 25,350 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 19,914 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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GY62 JLX is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GY62 JLX, 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 GY62 JLX registered?

GY62 JLX is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 7 December 2012.

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