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SD62 SMV

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,489 mi
Last recorded85,489 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD62 SMV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 85,489 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 90,696 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 78,465 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2024 78,465 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached arm bolt (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 75,109 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear perished 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 71,664 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 65,883 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 63,030 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH WORN ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 55,022 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 46,446 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 39,775 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 31,238 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 28,971 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 28,971 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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SD62 SMV is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SD62 SMV, 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 SD62 SMV registered?

SD62 SMV is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 22 October 2012.

Is SD62 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD62 SMV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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