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SL12 SXC

2012 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

140,278 mi
Last recorded140,278 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 SXC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 140,278 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Fail 23 Feb 2021 140,223 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 136,799 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 27 Mar 2020 136,799 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Fail 18 Mar 2020 136,695 miles

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

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

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

Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2019 128,402 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 122,933 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 122,930 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported brackets at rear (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 106,211 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 88,997 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 88,997 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 69,930 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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SL12 SXC is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 SL12 SXC, 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 SL12 SXC registered?

SL12 SXC is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 March 2012.

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