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OV12 XSM

2012 Citroen C3

White Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

106,361 mi
Last recorded106,361 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 XSM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 106,361 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 102,335 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 94,008 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 94,008 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 82,642 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2021 82,616 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 73,916 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 59,951 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 44,862 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 33,804 miles

N/S Washer jet aim hugh

N/S Wiper blade worn/split

Pass 25 May 2016 27,118 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 20,151 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 29 May 2015 20,151 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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OV12 XSM is a 2012 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OV12 XSM, 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 OV12 XSM registered?

OV12 XSM is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 12 June 2012.

Is OV12 XSM safe to buy?

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