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MA12 BDZ

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

89,254 mi
Last recorded89,254 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA12 BDZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 89,254 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 84,578 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2025 84,380 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 79,791 miles

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Mar 2024 79,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 73,780 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 73,620 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 60,716 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 49,440 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 44,892 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 39,036 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 38,684 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure and rear exhaust mountings snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 30,884 miles

front & rear brake discs worn front brake pads low n/s/f tyre close to limit

Fail 19 Jun 2018 30,884 miles

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

front & rear brake discs worn front brake pads low n/s/f tyre close to limit

Pass 28 Jun 2017 23,706 miles

all brake discs worn

Pass 15 Jun 2016 19,141 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 11,754 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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MA12 BDZ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 MA12 BDZ, 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 MA12 BDZ registered?

MA12 BDZ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2012.

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