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LV62 RKE

2012 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

59,755 mi
Last recorded59,755 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV62 RKE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 59,755 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 30 May 2023 59,755 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

coolant bottle empty

Pass 14 Jun 2022 49,912 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 48,099 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner treads

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 48,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner treads

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 43,646 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Nov 2020 43,645 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 39,309 miles

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

Nearside Rear service brake is grabbing slightly

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Nov 2019 39,309 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear service brake is grabbing slightly

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 34,420 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 34,420 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Nov 2017 29,098 miles

rear mounting has broken away from rear exhaust box

Pass 28 Nov 2016 24,205 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Pass 11 Nov 2015 17,015 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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LV62 RKE is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LV62 RKE, 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 LV62 RKE registered?

LV62 RKE is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is LV62 RKE safe to buy?

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