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VE12 VEH

2012 Citroen C3

White Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,203 mi
Last recorded78,203 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE12 VEH
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 78,203 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 78,202 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 75,625 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 75,615 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 72,212 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 72,212 miles

Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm N/S & O/S (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 69,266 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 63,999 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 54,149 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Jun 2017 45,921 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 36,904 miles

slight perishing on n/s/r tyre wall

Fail 22 Jun 2016 36,904 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight perishing on n/s/r tyre wall

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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VE12 VEH is a 2012 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VE12 VEH, 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 VE12 VEH registered?

VE12 VEH is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is VE12 VEH safe to buy?

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