2012 Citroen C3 1.6L Diesel · AF61 LUT
2012 Citroen C3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 08 Feb 2012. Recorded mileage 79,713 miles. MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,713 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
AF61 LUT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2025
- 79,713 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AF61 LUT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Citroen C3 (AF61 LUT) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn heavily corroded and deep ridges & small cracks (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
AF61 LUT Mileage History
- 04/09/202361,971 mi
- 01/10/202472,167 mi+10,196 mi
- 01/10/202472,167 mi
- 22/09/202579,713 mi+7,546 mi
- 22/09/202579,713 mi
Average of roughly 8,653 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (AF61 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as AF61LUT.
KIA
SPORTAGE GT-LINE S PHEV 4X4 A
VAUXHALL
INSIGNIA
FORD
FOCUS TITANIUM MHEV
MINI
MINI (R58)
BMW
218
HYUNDAI
TUCSON ULTIMATE T-GDI
CITROEN
DS4
VOLKSWAGEN
PASSAT
FORD
FOCUS
PEUGEOT
3008
HONDA
ZR-V SPORT I-MMD CVT
VOLKSWAGEN
POLO
CITROEN C3 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2012 model year cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.