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LV12 SBZ

2012 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,161 mi
Last recorded44,161 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2022 44,161 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside front tyre worn on edges

Offside front tyre worn on edges

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 40,834 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2020 38,533 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 35,725 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 33,661 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2017 31,623 miles

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

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

Nearside Front tyre perishing but not showing cords

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 29,429 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Aug 2015 27,491 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 25,513 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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LV12 SBZ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 SBZ, 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 LV12 SBZ registered?

LV12 SBZ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is LV12 SBZ safe to buy?

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