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LD12 YJB

2012 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

59,669 mi
Last recorded59,669 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 YJB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 59,669 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 58,123 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 56,026 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 56,026 miles

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

Exhaust bracket broken away but system still secure

Pass 26 Sep 2022 52,450 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Broken away from system (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 51,892 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 50,462 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 45,219 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened some wear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2018 34,756 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 34,756 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2017 23,538 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Jun 2016 18,493 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 15,003 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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LD12 YJB is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LD12 YJB, 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 LD12 YJB registered?

LD12 YJB is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 25 August 2012.

Is LD12 YJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD12 YJB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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