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Citroën C1

Grey · Petrol · 2016 · 1,200 cc

L18 BVEMOT history

L18 BVE is a grey petrol Citroën C1 first used on 4 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 56,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

L18 BVE grey Citroen C1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen C1, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
56,075 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 BVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C1
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
4 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 BVE was last recorded at 56,075 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,075 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,075 miles
  • 2025 – 52,138 miles
  • 2024 – 46,933 miles
  • 2023 – 40,908 miles
  • 2022 – 37,127 miles
  • 2021 – 33,143 miles
  • 2019 – 23,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,075 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracked 165/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Grease on brake and fuel pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 22 Nov 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    56,075 miles
    Test number
    700890719227
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracked 165/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail56,075 miles (+3,937)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,075 miles
    Test number
    712231694445
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracked 165/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass52,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    52,138 miles
    Test number
    510713674185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail52,138 miles (+5,205)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,138 miles
    Test number
    898108495013
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass46,933 miles (+6,025)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    46,933 miles
    Test number
    264340653508
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass40,908 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    40,908 miles
    Test number
    399725489316
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront discs have light corrosion on inner faces
    • AdvisoryGrease on brake and fuel pipes
  7. Fail40,908 miles (+3,781)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,908 miles
    Test number
    321620745831
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive nearside driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs have light corrosion on the inner faces
    • AdvisoryGrease on brake and fuel pipes
  8. Pass37,127 miles (+3,984)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    37,127 miles
    Test number
    642849991516
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass33,143 miles (+9,756)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    33,143 miles
    Test number
    354800841766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass23,387 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    23,387 miles
    Test number
    369246077413
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L18 BVE

Does L18 BVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 BVE is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 BVE?
The MOT on L18 BVE is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 BVE done?
L18 BVE was recorded at 56,075 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 5,271 miles a year.
Has L18 BVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 BVE has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 BVE 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 L18 BVE find?
L18 BVE passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracked 165/60/15.

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