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V2 BCS

2012 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,794 mi
Last recorded44,794 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 BCS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2025 44,794 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 42,891 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 41,078 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smearing and split on ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 39,119 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 37,463 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 35,689 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 34,307 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 33,155 miles

sport steering wheel added

unable to test rear seat belts

Pass 20 Feb 2018 29,616 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

both rear indicators slightly discoloured

cracks to offside rear tyre sidewall

front brake discs slightly worn

rear brake discs slightly pitted

rear exhaust mounting defective

Pass 28 Feb 2017 24,101 miles

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

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

Rear wiper split

Pass 4 Apr 2016 18,704 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 13,839 miles

Non standard steering wheel fitted

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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V2 BCS is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V2 BCS, 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 V2 BCS registered?

V2 BCS is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 June 2012.

Is V2 BCS safe to buy?

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