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Citroën C3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,398 cc

LB12 LYCMOT history

LB12 LYC is a black diesel Citroën C3 first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 54,878 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
54,878 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 LYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 LYC was last recorded at 54,878 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 4,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
50,541 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,337 miles
Average per year
4,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,878 miles
  • 2025 – 50,541 miles
  • 2024 – 47,073 miles
  • 2023 – 43,859 miles
  • 2022 – 40,019 miles
  • 2021 – 34,750 miles
  • 2020 – 27,825 miles
  • 2019 – 24,139 miles
  • 2018 – 19,024 miles
  • 2017 – 16,229 miles
  • 2016 – 13,108 miles
  • 2015 – 9,675 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,878 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water condensation (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation inside lens

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 30 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,878 miles (+4,337)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    54,878 miles
    Test number
    901009594621
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water condensation (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass50,541 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    50,541 miles
    Test number
    334308119019
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation inside lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail50,541 miles (+3,468)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,541 miles
    Test number
    923221072518
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation inside lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass47,073 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    47,073 miles
    Test number
    739750402775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn around outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation inside lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner and outer sidewalls damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail47,073 miles (+3,214)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,073 miles
    Test number
    420544132748
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn around outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation inside lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner and outer sidewalls damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass43,859 miles (+3,840)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    43,859 miles
    Test number
    857797716838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm bushes de-bonded but not resulting in excessive movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass40,019 miles (+5,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    40,019 miles
    Test number
    680397138481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass34,750 miles (+6,925)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    34,750 miles
    Test number
    377830907231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass27,825 miles (+3,686)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    27,825 miles
    Test number
    839211149570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass24,139 miles (+5,115)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    24,139 miles
    Test number
    927934971700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracked & perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked & perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracked & perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracked & perished

  11. Pass19,024 miles (+2,795)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    19,024 miles
    Test number
    161808982702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass16,229 miles (+3,121)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    16,229 miles
    Test number
    618550802775
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Both tyres side walls deteriorated

  13. Pass13,108 miles (+3,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    13,108 miles
    Test number
    568906362199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to crack

  14. Pass9,675 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    9,675 miles
    Test number
    677401215250
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB12 LYC

Does LB12 LYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 LYC is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 LYC?
The MOT on LB12 LYC is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 LYC done?
LB12 LYC was recorded at 54,878 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 4,125 miles a year.
Has LB12 LYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 LYC has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 LYC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB12 LYC find?
LB12 LYC passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water condensation; nearside rear outer tyre slightly damaged sidewall; offside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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