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VK12 WDW

2012 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

97,152 mi
Last recorded97,152 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 WDW
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 97,152 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2024 97,152 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid AND OFFSIDE (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 95,274 miles

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

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 12 May 2023 95,274 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 May 2022 91,096 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective BRACKET INSECURE (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 87,153 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2020 80,439 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 68,529 miles

Front number plate cracked but still legal

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 58,436 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 46,272 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 33,123 miles

Front number plate cracked but still legable

Pass 20 Mar 2015 22,267 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 20 Mar 2015 22,267 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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VK12 WDW is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VK12 WDW, 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.

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What year was VK12 WDW registered?

VK12 WDW is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 March 2012.

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