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LS62 GXX

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

118,584 mi
Last recorded118,584 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS62 GXX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 118,584 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Backbox exhaust hanger corroded off. (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 tyres perished on edges, all have cracks but not to cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Dec 2024 113,487 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 109,447 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 106,447 miles

Covers and undertrays fitted

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

Fail 24 Feb 2023 106,447 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Covers and undertrays fitted

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 100,715 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides bald edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 98,444 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 94,220 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 89,491 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 84,968 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt osr and nsr ()

Nearside Rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 19 Sep 2016 79,616 miles

Both front tyres and osr wearing low plus both cracking around tread

Fail 19 Sep 2016 79,616 miles

Both front tyres and osr wearing low plus both cracking around tread

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 71,702 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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LS62 GXX is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LS62 GXX, 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 LS62 GXX registered?

LS62 GXX is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2012.

Is LS62 GXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS62 GXX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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