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HN12 FXV

2012 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,549 mi
Last recorded56,549 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN12 FXV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 56,549 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 45,022 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2024 45,022 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 43,234 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 43,234 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 40,748 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 40,746 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2020 39,381 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 39,381 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 34,004 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 29,276 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 22,281 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 14,577 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 6,354 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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HN12 FXV is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HN12 FXV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN12 FXV registered?

HN12 FXV is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is HN12 FXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN12 FXV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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