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Citroën C3

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

J9 VDLMOT history

J9 VDL is a black petrol Citroën C3 first used on 20 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 135,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

J9 VDL black Citroen C3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen C3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
135,932 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 VDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 VDL was last recorded at 135,932 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 3,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,029 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,903 miles
Average per year
8,641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,932 miles
  • 2025 – 132,029 miles
  • 2024 – 121,513 miles
  • 2023 – 110,338 miles
  • 2022 – 100,934 miles
  • 2021 – 95,595 miles
  • 2020 – 89,566 miles
  • 2019 – 74,061 miles
  • 2018 – 60,100 miles
  • 2016 – 50,147 miles
  • 2015 – 43,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,932 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Undertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass135,932 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    135,932 miles
    Test number
    346611770685
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail135,932 miles (+3,903)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,932 miles
    Test number
    921458307896
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Tyre obviously under inflated both (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass132,029 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    132,029 miles
    Test number
    412799389006
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail132,029 miles (+10,516)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,029 miles
    Test number
    275062565099
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass121,513 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    121,513 miles
    Test number
    308247372408
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail121,513 miles (+11,175)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,513 miles
    Test number
    184487228417
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass110,338 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,338 miles
    Test number
    417474872703
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  8. Fail110,338 miles (+9,404)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,338 miles
    Test number
    294732618594
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Pass100,934 miles (+5,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    100,934 miles
    Test number
    950088908623
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass95,595 miles (+6,029)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    95,595 miles
    Test number
    956200119302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,566 miles (+15,505)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    89,566 miles
    Test number
    677230675830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,061 miles (+13,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    74,061 miles
    Test number
    719183850217
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass60,100 miles (+9,953)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    60,100 miles
    Test number
    138316588092
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread perishing
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin on both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' centre of screen (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass50,147 miles (+1,650)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    50,147 miles
    Test number
    820030775165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,497 miles (+5,213)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,497 miles
    Test number
    959973277945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,284 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,284 miles
    Test number
    609160055129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about J9 VDL

Does J9 VDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 VDL is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 VDL?
The MOT on J9 VDL is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 VDL done?
J9 VDL was recorded at 135,932 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 8,641 miles a year.
Has J9 VDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 VDL has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on J9 VDL 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 J9 VDL find?
J9 VDL passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both.

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