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RV62 HWG

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,724 mi
Last recorded70,724 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV62 HWG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 70,724 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2026 70,724 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 61,703 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 May 2022 59,202 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 55,726 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Mar 2021 55,724 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 44,727 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2019 44,727 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low lamp adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 39,448 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 37,413 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 37,413 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 28,228 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 15,683 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 15,683 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 2,288 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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RV62 HWG is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV62 HWG, 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 RV62 HWG registered?

RV62 HWG is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is RV62 HWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV62 HWG shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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