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WG12 PVD

2012 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,171 mi
Last recorded54,171 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG12 PVD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 54,171 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 51,449 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 48,705 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 46,273 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 43,614 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2022 43,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 41,085 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 37,311 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2020 37,311 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 32,420 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Jul 2018 25,423 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 25,423 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 19,342 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 12,022 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 9,207 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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WG12 PVD 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 WG12 PVD, 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 WG12 PVD registered?

WG12 PVD is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 24 August 2012.

Is WG12 PVD safe to buy?

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