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VA12 PKX

2012 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

91,433 mi
Last recorded91,433 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA12 PKX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 91,433 miles

Nearside Outer sill damaged and corroded

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Frontmost (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle. Including associated components. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 89,129 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2025 89,127 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 85,499 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2024 85,499 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 80,410 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 80,410 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 74,815 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 69,611 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 65,363 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 50,310 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 47,013 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 37,875 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 27,793 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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VA12 PKX is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VA12 PKX, 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 VA12 PKX registered?

VA12 PKX is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 July 2012.

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