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LFZ 2164

2012 Citroen C3

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,735 mi
Last recorded25,735 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFZ 2164
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 25,735 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads low ! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 24,642 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 24,642 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 23,481 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 22,488 miles

slight oil leak from gearbox area

Pass 9 Nov 2021 21,131 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 19,980 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 18,214 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 14,416 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 10,933 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 8,238 miles

all tyres cracking

Pass 6 Nov 2015 6,423 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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LFZ 2164 is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LFZ 2164, 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 LFZ 2164 registered?

LFZ 2164 is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is LFZ 2164 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFZ 2164 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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