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HG12 HKU

2012 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

51,052 mi
Last recorded51,052 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 HKU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 51,052 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

underbody been undersealed front to rear thick layer of sealant on majority of the underbody components

Pass 18 Jul 2026 51,051 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 50,850 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (outer sill) (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Brake pedal wearing smooth (worn on edge) (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (suspect gearbox oil seal) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 48,293 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (outer sill ) (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (suspect driveshaft gearbox seal area) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Coolant leak (water pump area?)

Pass 5 Jul 2023 44,773 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2023 44,773 miles

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust system insecure (both upper mountings fractured fouling on rear beam axle) (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Upper All direction indicators incorrect colour (both offside and nearside /replaced bulbs) (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 41,405 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre (cracking /perishing on inner edge )

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

Pass 7 Jul 2021 38,058 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test (dash camera removed)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre (central of tread)

Fail 7 Jul 2021 38,058 miles

Central Front Upper Exhaust system insecure (mounting insecure) (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test (dash camera removed)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre (central of tread)

Pass 7 Jul 2020 35,595 miles

Nearside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test (Dash camera removed )

Fail 6 Jul 2020 35,592 miles

Nearside Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test (Dash camera removed )

Pass 25 Jun 2019 32,157 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 28,136 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 23,313 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 17,919 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 12,326 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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HG12 HKU is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HG12 HKU, 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 HG12 HKU registered?

HG12 HKU is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 24 July 2012.

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