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PN12 CHJ

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,658 mi
Last recorded54,658 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN12 CHJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 54,658 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 52,714 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 50,973 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2023 50,965 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 48,876 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 45,392 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 40,513 miles

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

exhaust mounting broken

offside rear tyre wall cracked

oil leak

Pass 17 Feb 2020 35,881 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Feb 2020 35,877 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 28,148 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 28,143 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 20,302 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 15,999 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 12,632 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2015 5,996 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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PN12 CHJ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PN12 CHJ, 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 PN12 CHJ registered?

PN12 CHJ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is PN12 CHJ safe to buy?

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