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HV62 ABU

2012 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

22,909 mi
Last recorded22,909 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 ABU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 22,909 miles

1.FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW .2. ALL FOUR TYRE TREADS CRACKING

Pass 11 Apr 2025 21,394 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 19,991 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 18,341 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 18,341 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2022 17,449 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 15,802 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 15,802 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2020 14,711 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 12,953 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 10,476 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 7,759 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 7,759 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 4,869 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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HV62 ABU 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 78.6%.

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 HV62 ABU, 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 HV62 ABU registered?

HV62 ABU is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is HV62 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV62 ABU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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