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Citroën Xsara

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,997 cc

258 ELFMOT history

258 ELF is a silver diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 4 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 244,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

258 ELF silver Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
244,658 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
258 ELF
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

258 ELF was last recorded at 244,658 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
244,450 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
208 miles
Average per year
9,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 244,658 miles
  • 2024 – 239,307 miles
  • 2023 – 230,135 miles
  • 2022 – 225,346 miles
  • 2021 – 221,810 miles
  • 2020 – 215,766 miles
  • 2018 – 205,251 miles
  • 2016 – 180,202 miles
  • 2015 – 169,759 miles
  • 2014 – 158,207 miles
  • 2013 – 146,693 miles
  • 2012 – 136,586 miles
  • 2011 – 133,222 miles
  • 2010 – 116,740 miles
  • 2009 – 99,470 miles
  • 2008 – 84,385 miles
  • 2007 – 64,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass244,658 miles
  • AdvisoryEML does not lightRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front inner steering arm has slight playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear sill (non structural)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deterioratedRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • EML does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front to rear brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp lenses faded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer sill has some corrosion just outside prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • EML mot illuminating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass244,658 miles (+208)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    244,658 miles
    Test number
    860353021677
    • AdvisoryEML does not light
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner steering arm has slight play
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear sill (non structural)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated

  2. Fail244,450 miles (+5,143)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,450 miles
    Test number
    469005151515
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML does not light
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner steering arm has slight play
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear sill (non structural)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated

  3. Pass239,307 miles (+4,641)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    239,307 miles
    Test number
    660500856420
    • AdvisoryEM and air bag light not illuminating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play on inner steering arm
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on front to rear brake pipes

  4. Pass234,666 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    234,666 miles
    Test number
    943261448618
    • AdvisoryEML does not illuminate
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses faded

  5. Fail234,626 miles (+4,491)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,626 miles
    Test number
    475880599232
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML does not illuminate
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses faded

  6. Pass230,135 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    230,135 miles
    Test number
    642317642337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill has some corrosion just outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated

  7. Fail230,097 miles (+4,751)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,097 miles
    Test number
    634634260750
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill has some corrosion just outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated

  8. Pass225,346 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    225,346 miles
    Test number
    170828411347
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML mot illuminating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryManual engine temp taken

  9. Fail225,340 miles (+3,530)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,340 miles
    Test number
    828957674488
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced lower outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML mot illuminating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryManual engine temp taken

  10. Pass221,810 miles (+6,044)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    221,810 miles
    Test number
    285681742722
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both outer sills, and previous repairs
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear

  11. Pass215,766 miles (+10,515)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    215,766 miles
    Test number
    466649160648
    • AdvisoryEML lit
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass205,251 miles (+9,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    205,251 miles
    Test number
    592846049870
    • AdvisoryEM light lit
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass195,315 miles (+15,113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    195,315 miles
    Test number
    841543244799
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and holing to front of both lower sills
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering arm

  14. Pass180,202 miles (+10,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    180,202 miles
    Test number
    162381456763
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front steering arm

  15. Pass169,759 miles (+6,094)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    169,759 miles
    Test number
    161608837662
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres close to limit
    • AdvisoryOffside sill slightly weakened

  16. Pass163,665 miles (+5,458)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    163,665 miles
    Test number
    845557205025
    • NoteSlight buckling felt on offside forward most sill
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering

  17. Fail158,207 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,207 miles
    Test number
    657145224086
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteVery slight play in offside steering arm

  18. Pass158,207 miles (+11,514)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    158,207 miles
    Test number
    739875024067
    • NoteVery slight play in offside steering arm

  19. Pass146,693 miles (+10,107)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    146,693 miles
    Test number
    615515823024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass136,586 miles (+3,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    136,586 miles
    Test number
    205107412051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass133,222 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    133,222 miles
    Test number
    367969511076
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteSmall chip in windsreen

  22. Fail133,222 miles (+16,482)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,222 miles
    Test number
    799388911089
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteSmall chip in windsreen

  23. Pass116,740 miles (+32)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    116,740 miles
    Test number
    850937820057
    • NoteRear centre seat taken out

  24. Fail116,708 miles (+17,238)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,708 miles
    Test number
    442446220095
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass99,470 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    99,470 miles
    Test number
    700595719049
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm

  26. Fail99,470 miles (+15,085)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,470 miles
    Test number
    452235219009
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm

  27. Pass84,385 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    84,385 miles
    Test number
    121131658488
    • NoteNo rear seats at time of test

  28. Fail84,385 miles (+20,349)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,385 miles
    Test number
    390041558096
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNo rear seats at time of test

  29. Pass64,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    64,036 miles
    Test number
    521665627031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 258 ELF

What vehicle is registration 258 ELF currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 258 ELF on a silver diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 4 Feb 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 258 ELF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 258 ELF is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on 258 ELF?
The MOT on 258 ELF is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 258 ELF done?
258 ELF was recorded at 244,658 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 9,514 miles a year.
Has 258 ELF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 258 ELF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on 258 ELF 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 258 ELF find?
258 ELF passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: eml does not light; offside front inner steering arm has slight play; supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate, and 2 more.

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