2012 Citroen C3 1.6L Diesel · YX62 XOW
2012 Citroen C3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 21 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 68,157 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,157 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YX62 XOW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/07/2026
- 68,157 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YX62 XOW 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 (YX62 XOW) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 July 2026 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 (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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))”; “Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
YX62 XOW Mileage History
- 15/07/202464,234 mi
- 02/07/202566,544 mi+2,310 mi
- 02/07/202566,549 mi+5 mi
- 08/07/202668,152 mi+1,603 mi
- 10/07/202668,157 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 1,976 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
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