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RV12 CCO

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

52,009 mi
Last recorded52,009 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 CCO
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 52,009 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 49,190 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 48,210 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2025 48,208 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 42,237 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 40,856 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer hanger strap broken but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 17 Feb 2022 38,755 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 36,969 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 35,549 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 33,649 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 15 Feb 2018 29,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 22 Feb 2017 24,848 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 26 Feb 2016 19,676 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 25 Feb 2015 15,543 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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RV12 CCO is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RV12 CCO, 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 RV12 CCO registered?

RV12 CCO is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is RV12 CCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 CCO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV12 CCO have outstanding finance?

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