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WJ12 EYL

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,320 mi
Last recorded33,320 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 EYL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 33,320 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 18,392 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 18,117 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 17,627 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 17,105 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 16,536 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 16,535 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 16,116 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2020 16,116 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 15,346 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 15,343 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Would advise changing asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Would advise changing asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 14,271 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 11,139 miles

All tyres cracking but not showing cord

Pass 16 Mar 2016 8,200 miles

all four tyres perishing

engine covers fitted obscuring view of engine bay components

under trays fitted obscuring view of underside components

Fail 16 Mar 2016 8,200 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

all four tyres perishing

engine covers fitted obscuring view of engine bay components

under trays fitted obscuring view of underside components

Pass 16 Mar 2015 5,464 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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WJ12 EYL is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WJ12 EYL, 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 WJ12 EYL registered?

WJ12 EYL is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is WJ12 EYL safe to buy?

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