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LN12 VNJ

2012 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

30,131 mi
Last recorded30,131 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN12 VNJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 30,131 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 28,043 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 25,869 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Mar 2024 25,869 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 24,454 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 21,339 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 16,773 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 16,426 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 16,005 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 14,835 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 13,293 miles

Rear Rear Exhaust Box Bracket Broken But Still Adequately Supported

Pass 25 Feb 2016 11,448 miles

Offside Rear exhaust support bracket broken

Pass 26 Feb 2015 9,162 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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LN12 VNJ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,397cc 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 LN12 VNJ, 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 LN12 VNJ registered?

LN12 VNJ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is LN12 VNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN12 VNJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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