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LFZ 5028

2012 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,767 mi
Last recorded89,767 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFZ 5028
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 89,767 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 84,608 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 84,504 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 75,241 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 65,010 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 65,010 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2021 53,781 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2021 53,781 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 46,751 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 46,751 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 40,211 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 5028 is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LFZ 5028, 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 LFZ 5028 registered?

LFZ 5028 is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 September 2012.

Is LFZ 5028 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFZ 5028 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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