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SO12 KZM

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

67,370 mi
Last recorded67,370 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO12 KZM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 67,370 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2025 63,979 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 59,593 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 56,445 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 53,900 miles

Two exhaust mounts missing, however exhaust still secure

Pass 24 Nov 2021 50,811 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 49,054 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 44,040 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 May 2019 44,040 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2018 38,043 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2017 32,708 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 27,345 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 27,225 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 27,225 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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SO12 KZM is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SO12 KZM, 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 SO12 KZM registered?

SO12 KZM is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 August 2012.

Is SO12 KZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO12 KZM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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