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KU12 XEJ

2012 Citroen C3

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

84,208 mi
Last recorded84,208 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU12 XEJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 84,208 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 81,697 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 79,107 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 76,575 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 72,902 miles

Offside Rear tyre severly perished on side wall no obvious cords visible

Pass 25 Aug 2021 69,443 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2021 69,443 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 66,532 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 63,038 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 54,825 miles

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 9 Aug 2017 43,125 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 32,073 miles

keep check on tyre depths

Pass 25 Aug 2015 21,844 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 19,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Jan 2015 19,372 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KU12 XEJ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Green with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 KU12 XEJ, 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 KU12 XEJ registered?

KU12 XEJ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is KU12 XEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU12 XEJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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