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KY12 NMZ

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,217 mi
Last recorded85,217 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY12 NMZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 85,217 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Fog lamp not working

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes noisy in operation

Fail 2 Feb 2026 85,214 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Fog lamp not working

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes noisy in operation

Pass 28 Jan 2025 81,824 miles

Front Bumper damaged

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel arch liner slightly loose

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 81,824 miles

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

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

Front Bumper damaged

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel arch liner slightly loose

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 77,886 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Jan 2024 77,882 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 74,834 miles

Front number plate slight damaged

Fail 1 Feb 2023 74,834 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front number plate slight damaged

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 68,770 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 64,851 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 64,851 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 61,665 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 51,171 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 41,027 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 41,027 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 35,589 miles

Diesel emissions tested but no reading recorded

Pass 20 Jan 2016 31,640 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 40,050 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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KY12 NMZ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KY12 NMZ, 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 KY12 NMZ registered?

KY12 NMZ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is KY12 NMZ safe to buy?

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