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MW12 CTZ

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,831 mi
Last recorded27,831 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW12 CTZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 27,831 miles

This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact citroen for information and to arrange a free repair.

Pass 10 Dec 2024 26,882 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 25,583 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 9 Dec 2022 24,936 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 24,936 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 23,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 23,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 22,607 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 22,146 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 22,146 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 20,214 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 17,485 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 15,430 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 13,277 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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MW12 CTZ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MW12 CTZ, 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 MW12 CTZ registered?

MW12 CTZ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 8 August 2012.

Is MW12 CTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW12 CTZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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