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LV12 HGX

2012 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,437 mi
Last recorded69,437 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 HGX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 69,437 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine has slight oil leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Mar 2025 65,767 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear outer seats ()

Oil leak, but not excessive various engine oil leaks! (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 60,881 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 56,295 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 52,436 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear seats ()

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 48,474 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 44,698 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 41,043 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 36,554 miles

tracking wear on front tyres (offside bald on inner edge

Pass 11 Mar 2017 31,292 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 25,179 miles

front brake pads 80%worn

nearside rear tyre on wear indicator (nail in tyre)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 17,682 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

The engine is leaking oil, possible front main oil seal!

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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LV12 HGX is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LV12 HGX, 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 LV12 HGX registered?

LV12 HGX is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is LV12 HGX safe to buy?

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