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SM62 GTZ

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,793 mi
Last recorded66,793 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 GTZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 66,793 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing outer (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 64,670 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact Citroën for information and to arrange a free repair.

Pass 21 Aug 2024 63,244 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 60,848 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 55,922 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 50,785 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 50,773 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 46,154 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Jul 2020 46,154 miles

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

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 41,838 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Several brackets corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 41,837 miles

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

Exhaust mounting defective Several brackets corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 35,862 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 27,214 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 17,152 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 14,231 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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SM62 GTZ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SM62 GTZ, 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 SM62 GTZ registered?

SM62 GTZ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is SM62 GTZ safe to buy?

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