Official DVLA Record

2012 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · OY62 ARO

OY62 ARO

2012 Citroen C1 (1.0L, petrol). First registered 03/09/2012. Recorded mileage 48,619 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
CITROEN C1
Year / Origin
2012 · Oxford
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 25/08/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
48,619 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 25/08/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This vehicle presents a stable and exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 8 August 2025 at 48,619 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to 2022, suggesting a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard or has experienced very little mechanical stress. The mileage is remarkably low for a 14 year old car, averaging roughly 3,473 miles per year. Between August 2022 and August 2025, the odometer rose from 43,547 to 48,619 miles, confirming a steady but light usage pattern of approximately 1,700 miles annually over the last three years. There are no erratic jumps in mileage that would suggest undisclosed heavy use or commercial application. The record shows a single failure on 26 August 2022 at 43,547 miles, though the lack of recorded defects for that failure is unusual and suggests a minor administrative or quick-fix issue. Because the MOT history is devoid of any mentions of corrosion, suspension bushes, or brake wear, there are no recurring mechanical trends to flag. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that degrade regardless of mileage. Low-use vehicles often suffer from perishing rubber seals, tyre sidewall cracking, and brake caliper seizing due to inactivity. Check for any signs of moisture in the brake fluid and inspect the battery health, as short trips and long standing periods often shorten the lifespan of the electrical system.

OY62 ARO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/08/2025
  • 48,619 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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OY62 ARO Mileage History

  1. 26/08/202243,547 mi
  2. 26/08/202243,547 mi
  3. 10/08/202345,591 mi+2,044 mi
  4. 07/08/202447,372 mi+1,781 mi
  5. 08/08/202548,619 mi+1,247 mi

Average of roughly 1,719 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

OY62 ARO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 02:00
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 C1 (OY62 ARO) between August 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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