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LG62 XSD

2012 Citroen C3

Bronze Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,918 mi
Last recorded87,918 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 XSD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2026 87,918 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 81,439 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 74,513 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Jan 2024 74,513 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 69,721 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn on even on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn uneven on inner edge

Pass 27 Jan 2022 62,284 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 61,877 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 60,809 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 55,241 miles

rear bracket broken but still supported

Pass 5 May 2018 46,653 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 May 2017 41,583 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 36,318 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 36,318 miles

Rear Inner Exhaust system not adequately supported mount corroded through (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 26,206 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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LG62 XSD is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Bronze with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LG62 XSD, 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 LG62 XSD registered?

LG62 XSD is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 15 November 2012.

Is LG62 XSD safe to buy?

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