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Citroën Xsara

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 1,997 cc

7698 ETMOT history

7698 ET is a grey diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 30 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 148,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

7698 ET grey Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
148,311 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,415 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
7698 ET
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

7698 ET was last recorded at 148,311 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,276 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
6,415 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,311 miles
  • 2025 – 144,509 miles
  • 2024 – 141,614 miles
  • 2023 – 139,350 miles
  • 2022 – 136,012 miles
  • 2021 – 131,730 miles
  • 2020 – 127,743 miles
  • 2019 – 123,001 miles
  • 2018 – 116,053 miles
  • 2017 – 110,694 miles
  • 2016 – 107,461 miles
  • 2015 – 97,006 miles
  • 2014 – 86,475 miles
  • 2013 – 78,213 miles
  • 2012 – 67,760 miles
  • 2011 – 56,399 miles
  • 2010 – 51,416 miles
  • 2009 – 46,730 miles
  • 2008 – 40,761 miles
  • 2007 – 27,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,311 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • All underbody has corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Shock absorbers have reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,311 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    148,311 miles
    Test number
    767663776874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail148,276 miles (+3,767)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,276 miles
    Test number
    496494512855
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% front (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake excessively fluctuating off side front (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass144,509 miles (+2,895)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    144,509 miles
    Test number
    417820927071
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH HEADLIGHTS (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH INNER AND OUT SILLS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing ALL SHOCKS CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FRONT SUBFRAME AND REAR AXLE (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass141,614 miles (+2,264)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    141,614 miles
    Test number
    316300560338
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH FRONT (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner INNER AND OUTTER SILLS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH CORRODED (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive AXLE (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass139,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    139,350 miles
    Test number
    251731811074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail139,350 miles (+3,338)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,350 miles
    Test number
    257928568082
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass136,012 miles (+4,282)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    136,012 miles
    Test number
    739829280453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass131,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    131,730 miles
    Test number
    944015508198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail131,730 miles (+3,987)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,730 miles
    Test number
    463308669580
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass127,743 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    127,743 miles
    Test number
    728769618491
    • AdvisoryAll underbody has corrosion

  11. FailMileage not read3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    242864626130
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underbody has corrosion

  12. Pass123,001 miles (+6,948)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,001 miles
    Test number
    760599500861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass116,053 miles (+5,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    116,053 miles
    Test number
    262675322720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass110,694 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    110,694 miles
    Test number
    212867625984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

  15. Fail110,694 miles (+3,233)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,694 miles
    Test number
    389365662677
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Pass107,461 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    107,461 miles
    Test number
    756354073189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail107,461 miles (+10,455)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,461 miles
    Test number
    258762106472
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass97,006 miles (+661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    97,006 miles
    Test number
    518748580707
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers have reduced damping effect

  19. Fail96,345 miles (+9,870)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,345 miles
    Test number
    551071061491
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers have reduced damping effect
    • AdvisoryWiper blade damage to wind screen

  20. Pass86,475 miles (+8,262)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    86,475 miles
    Test number
    288177084274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing down on inner edges

  21. Pass78,213 miles (+10,453)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    78,213 miles
    Test number
    758830893207
    • NoteOff side front brake pipe corroded

  22. Pass67,760 miles (+11,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    67,760 miles
    Test number
    425162492265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass56,399 miles (+4,983)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,399 miles
    Test number
    539855081211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass51,416 miles (+4,686)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    51,416 miles
    Test number
    611807380237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,730 miles (+5,969)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    46,730 miles
    Test number
    194615489229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,761 miles (+13,411)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    40,761 miles
    Test number
    304862898442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,350 miles
    Test number
    312635977207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 7698 ET

What vehicle is registration 7698 ET currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 7698 ET on a grey diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 30 Mar 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 7698 ET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 7698 ET is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 7698 ET?
The MOT on 7698 ET is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 7698 ET done?
7698 ET was recorded at 148,311 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 6,415 miles a year.
Has 7698 ET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 7698 ET has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on 7698 ET 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 7698 ET find?
7698 ET passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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