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LG12 ZYE

2012 Citroen C3

White Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

81,955 mi
Last recorded81,955 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 ZYE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 81,955 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 79,165 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 67,671 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 57,945 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 45,916 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 44,427 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 43,093 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 38,707 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 33,865 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 33,865 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

rear exhaust box mountain bracket broken but adequately supported

Pass 7 Mar 2017 28,850 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 23,203 miles

headlight beam converters fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2015 17,457 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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LG12 ZYE is a 2012 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LG12 ZYE, 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 LG12 ZYE registered?

LG12 ZYE is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is LG12 ZYE safe to buy?

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