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WK12 XVG

2012 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

88,556 mi
Last recorded88,556 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK12 XVG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 88,556 miles

surface corrosion on rear axle

Fail 15 Jan 2026 88,534 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam at rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

heatshield on offside front lower ball joint not seated properly

Pass 15 Jan 2025 83,697 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both rear brakes slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

rear exhaust mounting bracket on box rusty

Pass 3 Jan 2024 78,126 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2023 71,658 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 63,876 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 58,828 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 52,971 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 46,225 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 38,925 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 31,213 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 26,074 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 18,877 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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WK12 XVG is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WK12 XVG, 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 WK12 XVG registered?

WK12 XVG is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is WK12 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK12 XVG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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