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VN12 TVX

2012 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,725 mi
Last recorded118,725 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 TVX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 118,725 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 113,823 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 108,801 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 104,947 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2023 104,947 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 100,727 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Jan 2022 100,727 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 95,451 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 95,451 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 91,233 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 83,162 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 73,527 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 65,755 miles

Front exhaust hanger broken but system still supported

Pass 6 Apr 2016 55,338 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 41,949 miles

centre exhaust bracket broken but system still adequately supported

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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VN12 TVX is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VN12 TVX, 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 VN12 TVX registered?

VN12 TVX is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 April 2012.

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