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SM12 FEP

2012 Citroen C3

Bronze Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,117 mi
Last recorded92,117 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 FEP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 92,117 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2026 92,069 miles

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

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

Coil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 86,518 miles

Front both sides suspension top mounts have play

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 79,360 miles

Front both sides suspension top mounts have movement

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2023 72,113 miles

Front both sides suspension top mounts have movement

Pass 21 Oct 2021 62,806 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 53,517 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 51,326 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 51,325 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 46,341 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 42,970 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 37,339 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 35,892 miles

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 31 Jul 2015 26,760 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 23,008 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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SM12 FEP is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Bronze with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SM12 FEP, 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 SM12 FEP registered?

SM12 FEP is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is SM12 FEP safe to buy?

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