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YP12 HJJ

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

71,162 mi
Last recorded71,162 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP12 HJJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 71,162 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 60,841 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 56,391 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2021 56,391 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 52,512 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 52,500 miles

Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users engine coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 47,132 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 41,783 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 41,782 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 35,565 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 30,160 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 25,527 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 25,527 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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YP12 HJJ is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YP12 HJJ, 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 YP12 HJJ registered?

YP12 HJJ is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 26 April 2012.

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