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GY62 JYD

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

36,835 mi
Last recorded36,835 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY62 JYD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 36,835 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 36,835 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 35,824 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2024 35,824 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 34,024 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 34,024 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 32,882 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 32,882 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 31,381 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 30,142 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 28,600 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 26,042 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 23,382 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 23,382 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 19,752 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 14,913 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 14,913 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 JYD is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 GY62 JYD, 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 JYD registered?

GY62 JYD is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is GY62 JYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY62 JYD shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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