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Citroën DS3

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

J8 OTGMOT history

J8 OTG is a blue petrol Citroën DS3 first used on 27 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 102,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

J8 OTG blue Citroen DS3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen DS3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
102,798 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 OTG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
DS3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 OTG was last recorded at 102,798 miles on 15 May 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Apr 2021: 68,322 miles, lower than 95,881 miles on 7 May 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
102,793 miles · 14 May 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,798 miles
  • 2025 – 97,055 miles
  • 2024 – 89,502 miles
  • 2023 – 83,971 miles
  • 2022 – 77,357 miles
  • 2021 – 68,322 miles
  • 2020 – 95,881 miles
  • 2019 – 47,160 miles
  • 2018 – 35,672 miles
  • 2017 – 32,606 miles
  • 2016 – 29,291 miles
  • 2015 – 24,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,798 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both the n/s and o/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 6 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,798 miles (+5)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    102,798 miles
    Test number
    195358357440
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail102,793 miles (+5,738)1 dangerous3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,793 miles
    Test number
    316820686341
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,055 miles (+14)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    97,055 miles
    Test number
    809443439040
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail97,041 miles (+7,539)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,041 miles
    Test number
    196638294231
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi gasket and rear of center box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass89,502 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    89,502 miles
    Test number
    977972085262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail89,492 miles (+5,521)3 dangerous9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,492 miles
    Test number
    461118271801
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both the n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  7. Pass83,971 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2024
    Odometer
    83,971 miles
    Test number
    623622335932
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both the n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both the n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both the n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail83,967 miles (+6,610)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,967 miles
    Test number
    251668864275
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both the n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both the n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both the n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass77,357 miles (+9,035)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    77,357 miles
    Test number
    765416160723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    68,322 miles
    Test number
    596316098117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,322 miles (-27,559)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,322 miles
    Test number
    447224446179
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass95,881 miles (+48,721)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    95,881 miles
    Test number
    519204229529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,160 miles (+11,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    47,160 miles
    Test number
    143681702703
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass35,672 miles (+3,066)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    35,672 miles
    Test number
    753589686551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,606 miles (+3,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    32,606 miles
    Test number
    125328699461
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket at rear box broken but still secured
    • AdvisorySmall chips on front windscreen

  16. Pass29,291 miles (+4,677)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    29,291 miles
    Test number
    796378891589
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade worn
    • AdvisoryOne rear exhaust mount not attached

  17. Pass24,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    24,614 miles
    Test number
    506537795045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail24,614 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,614 miles
    Test number
    807566295079
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about J8 OTG

Does J8 OTG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 OTG is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 OTG?
The MOT on J8 OTG is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 OTG done?
J8 OTG was recorded at 102,798 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 7,039 miles a year.
Has J8 OTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 OTG has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 OTG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Apr 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on J8 OTG find?
J8 OTG passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 2 minor defects: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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