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SM12 NYU

2012 Citroen Nemo

Beige Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,487 mi
Last recorded39,487 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen Nemo74,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 NYU
MakeCitroen
ModelNemo
Year2012
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 39,487 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 38,309 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 36,351 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 34,523 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 32,417 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 32,417 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 30,554 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 29,347 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 13 Jun 2019 27,114 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 18 Jun 2018 23,400 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 20,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 15,773 miles

Nearside Front Steering system slightly rough strut top mounting slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 11,537 miles

front wiperblades split on ends

How Reliable is the Citroen Nemo?

Based on 279,608 MOT tests across 21,949 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
6,728
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
21,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,767
coil spring broken 4,011
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 3,587
Registration plate lamp not working 3,207
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,035
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SM12 NYU is a 2012 Citroen Nemo in Beige with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Citroen Nemo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 74,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Nemo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM12 NYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Nemo typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Citroen Nemo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM12 NYU registered?

SM12 NYU is a 2012 Citroen Nemo, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is SM12 NYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 NYU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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