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LB12 GPZ

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,802 mi
Last recorded56,802 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 GPZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 56,802 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2025 56,777 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb excessively faded (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb excessively faded (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road excessively scratched (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 54,903 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 52,771 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Oct 2023 52,771 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 47,586 miles

Front wipers worn

Offside Front Shock absorber worn

Pass 6 Nov 2021 43,839 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 43,839 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 39,932 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective mounting bracket weld broken, but the exhaust is still supported (6.1.2 (a))

small stone chip in the windscreen

Pass 8 Nov 2019 37,005 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 30,842 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 30,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 27,966 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2017 21,990 miles

all 4 tyres starting to perish and crack

Pass 16 May 2016 16,299 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 10,069 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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LB12 GPZ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LB12 GPZ, 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 LB12 GPZ registered?

LB12 GPZ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 July 2012.

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