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SB12 NYL

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,190 mi
Last recorded77,190 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB12 NYL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 77,190 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 70,399 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 70,399 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 62,961 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 55,579 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 50,398 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 50,398 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 45,049 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 39,416 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 39,416 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 33,222 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 27,486 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 21,710 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 21,710 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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SB12 NYL is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SB12 NYL, 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 SB12 NYL registered?

SB12 NYL is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is SB12 NYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB12 NYL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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