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YF61 UWU

2012 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

40,091 mi
Last recorded40,091 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF61 UWU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 40,091 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi-pipe damaged (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear lamp damaged

Fail 19 Nov 2025 39,867 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi-pipe damaged (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear lamp damaged

Pass 25 Nov 2024 31,507 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 30,807 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 29,777 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 28,867 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 25,453 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 20,213 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 12,685 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 12,685 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 12,170 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 10,942 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 9,599 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Mar 2015 9,599 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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YF61 UWU is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YF61 UWU, 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 YF61 UWU registered?

YF61 UWU is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is YF61 UWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF61 UWU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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