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RF12 XXD

2012 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,851 mi
Last recorded64,851 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 XXD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 64,851 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2026 64,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 58,247 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 54,473 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2024 54,468 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 50,575 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2023 50,573 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 46,887 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 43,009 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 26 Jul 2021 43,006 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jul 2020 40,884 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jul 2019 37,137 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 32,956 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jul 2017 29,202 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 25,209 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 20,252 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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RF12 XXD is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 RF12 XXD, 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 RF12 XXD registered?

RF12 XXD is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is RF12 XXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF12 XXD shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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