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LY12 BXM

2012 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

32,624 mi
Last recorded32,624 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY12 BXM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 32,624 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres 185/65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 31,299 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in both front tyres 185/65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 31,299 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in both front tyres 185/65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 28,552 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 25,255 miles

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both side (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 22,473 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2021 21,546 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 21,546 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 21,324 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 20,958 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 20,597 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 20,203 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 20,203 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 19,849 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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LY12 BXM 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 78.6%.

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 LY12 BXM, 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 LY12 BXM registered?

LY12 BXM is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is LY12 BXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY12 BXM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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