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SD12 VXN

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

120,019 mi
Last recorded120,019 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD12 VXN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 120,019 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 114,761 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Upper Steering system slightly rough strut top bearing (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Jul 2025 114,761 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Steering system slightly rough strut top bearing (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 108,191 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread NUMBERPLATE DAMAGED (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play DROPLINK TOP BALL JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2024 108,191 miles

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

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

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

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread NUMBERPLATE DAMAGED (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play DROPLINK TOP BALL JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 98,244 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 98,244 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front TOP STRUT MOUNT HAS SLIGHT LIFT

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2022 88,023 miles

Nearside Front Upper SLIGHT FREE PLAY STRUT TOP MOUNT

OIL SUMP CORRODED

Fail 2 Jun 2022 88,023 miles

Exhaust system insecure CENTRE MOUNT MISSING (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt INSECURE (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt INSECURE (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached BOLT LOOSE (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper SLIGHT FREE PLAY STRUT TOP MOUNT

OIL SUMP CORRODED

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 77,451 miles

both front tyres wearing at inner edge

Fail 17 Jun 2021 77,451 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing at inner edge

Pass 4 Jun 2020 68,190 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 68,190 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 63,445 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 57,415 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 57,415 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 51,092 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 42,890 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 33,156 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2015 33,156 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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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SD12 VXN is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SD12 VXN, 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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SD12 VXN is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2012.

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