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Citroën DS3

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

J8 VHRMOT history

J8 VHR is a blue diesel Citroën DS3 first used on 30 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 142,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

J8 VHR blue Citroen DS3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen DS3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Dec 2026
Mileage
142,067 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 VHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
DS3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 VHR was last recorded at 142,067 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,023 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
11,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,067 miles
  • 2024 – 129,986 miles
  • 2023 – 117,873 miles
  • 2022 – 105,305 miles
  • 2021 – 93,371 miles
  • 2020 – 82,872 miles
  • 2019 – 61,400 miles
  • 2018 – 53,118 miles
  • 2017 – 47,657 miles
  • 2016 – 36,892 miles
  • 2015 – 25,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,067 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front moisture in head lightRecorded at 2 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.

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,067 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    142,067 miles
    Test number
    857296942161
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front moisture in head light

  2. Fail142,023 miles (+12,037)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,023 miles
    Test number
    989229436963
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened delimitation on disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front moisture in head light

  3. Pass129,986 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    129,986 miles
    Test number
    158152911801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail129,984 miles (+12,111)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,984 miles
    Test number
    326467496917
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass117,873 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    117,873 miles
    Test number
    589542678099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail117,873 miles (+12,568)1 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,873 miles
    Test number
    129665367803
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • 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 Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass105,305 miles (+11,934)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    105,305 miles
    Test number
    625042580631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,371 miles
    Test number
    366833968132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,371 miles (+10,499)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,371 miles
    Test number
    196031215365
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass82,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    82,872 miles
    Test number
    689888905801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,872 miles (+21,472)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,872 miles
    Test number
    107977764893
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass61,400 miles (+8,282)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    61,400 miles
    Test number
    360830205528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,118 miles (+5,461)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    53,118 miles
    Test number
    300298197322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    47,657 miles
    Test number
    617918857095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,657 miles (+10,765)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,657 miles
    Test number
    206957199662
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass36,892 miles (+11,884)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    36,892 miles
    Test number
    229958693674
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mount broken off, system is still supported

  17. Fail25,008 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,008 miles
    Test number
    226818375411
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass25,008 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    25,008 miles
    Test number
    955778275124
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about J8 VHR

Does J8 VHR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 VHR is valid until 30 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on J8 VHR?
The MOT on J8 VHR is valid until 30 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 VHR done?
J8 VHR was recorded at 142,067 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 11,172 miles a year.
Has J8 VHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 VHR has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on J8 VHR 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 J8 VHR find?
J8 VHR passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front moisture in head light.

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