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SY62 UZB

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

63,705 mi
Last recorded63,705 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY62 UZB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 63,705 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 53,805 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 43,130 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 34,524 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

coolant low

Fail 21 Nov 2022 34,522 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

coolant low

Pass 10 Nov 2021 25,690 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 17,276 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 17,276 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 15,278 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 15,278 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 13,785 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 12,948 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 12,948 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 12,203 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 11,240 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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SY62 UZB is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SY62 UZB, 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 SY62 UZB registered?

SY62 UZB is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is SY62 UZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY62 UZB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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