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SV61 HME

2012 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

126,960 mi
Last recorded126,960 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV61 HME
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 126,960 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 115,153 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 102,077 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 85,902 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 65,855 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 40,376 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 35,483 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 34,619 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 29,030 miles

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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)

Fail 17 Dec 2014 29,030 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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)

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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SV61 HME is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SV61 HME, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV61 HME registered?

SV61 HME is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 January 2012.

Is SV61 HME safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV61 HME shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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