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PX12 PVV

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,452 mi
Last recorded82,452 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX12 PVV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 82,452 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 82,495 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2021 80,981 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 80,981 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 75,730 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 68,850 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 54,807 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 54,807 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 41,647 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 36,158 miles

front disc's and pads wearing thin

Pass 20 Jan 2016 27,930 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 19,559 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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PX12 PVV is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PX12 PVV, 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 PX12 PVV registered?

PX12 PVV is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is PX12 PVV safe to buy?

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