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2012 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · CE12 WLK

CE12 WLK

2012 Citroen DS3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 09 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 44,071 miles. MOT valid until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
CITROEN DS3
Year / Origin
2012 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 01 Apr 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
44,071 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 01 Apr 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
1560cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's roadworthiness is currently stable, with the most recent test on 2026-04-01 at 44,071 miles passing without defects. However, the same test at the same mileage failed without recording any defects. This inconsistency suggests a potential issue with the testing process rather than the vehicle itself. The previous test on 2025-03-11 at 42,038 miles also passed and failed at the same mileage without defects. The 2024-04-02 test at 40,638 miles passed without defects. The maintenance trend is stable, but the repeated passing and failing at the same mileage without defects indicates a need for further investigation. The vehicle's mileage pattern is unusually low for its age, averaging just over 3,000 miles per year. This suggests lighter use or long periods of inactivity. The most recent test was conducted just 3 months after the previous test, indicating a possible recent purchase or significant use. The consistent mileage between tests suggests a steady but low usage pattern. The data is sparse, with only three tests conducted over the past three years. A buyer should inspect the vehicle's suspension, brakes, and structural integrity in person. The suspension components, such as bushes and coil springs, may have been subjected to less wear due to the low mileage. However, the repeated passing and failing of the MOT tests without defects suggests a potential issue with the testing process. The brakes should be inspected for any signs of wear or damage, as the low mileage may not have subjected them to significant wear. The structural integrity of the vehicle should also be assessed, as the low mileage may have reduced the likelihood of corrosion or other structural issues.
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CE12 WLK Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
  • 44,071 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

CE12 WLK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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 Ds3 (CE12 WLK) between April 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 01 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

CE12 WLK Mileage History

  1. 02/04/202440,638 mi
  2. 11/03/202542,038 mi+1,400 mi
  3. 11/03/202542,038 mi
  4. 01/04/202644,071 mi+2,033 mi
  5. 01/04/202644,071 mi

Average of roughly 1,720 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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