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Citroën DS3

Yellow · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

L18 SYWMOT history

L18 SYW is a yellow diesel Citroën DS3 first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 179,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

L18 SYW yellow Citroen DS3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen DS3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
179,012 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 SYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
DS3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 SYW was last recorded at 179,012 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,009 miles · 8 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
11,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,012 miles
  • 2025 – 164,832 miles
  • 2024 – 147,477 miles
  • 2023 – 128,355 miles
  • 2022 – 123,897 miles
  • 2021 – 115,681 miles
  • 2020 – 107,531 miles
  • 2019 – 98,988 miles
  • 2018 – 85,703 miles
  • 2017 – 73,206 miles
  • 2016 – 60,287 miles
  • 2015 – 46,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,012 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both axle bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread slightly wearing on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass179,012 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    179,012 miles
    Test number
    628777880133
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • 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))

  2. Fail179,009 miles (+14,177)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,009 miles
    Test number
    567969414407
    • DangerousNearside Front Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • 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))

  3. Pass164,832 miles (+17,355)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    164,832 miles
    Test number
    943169640699
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass147,477 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    147,477 miles
    Test number
    159341303469
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail147,475 miles (+19,120)11 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,475 miles
    Test number
    307497876434
    • MajorEngine mounting bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass128,355 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    128,355 miles
    Test number
    537742654216
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread slightly wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail128,354 miles (+4,457)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,354 miles
    Test number
    564835725373
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread slightly wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass123,897 miles (+8,216)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    123,897 miles
    Test number
    974676487194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,681 miles
    Test number
    443359601610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail115,681 miles (+8,150)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,681 miles
    Test number
    902618476298
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass107,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,531 miles
    Test number
    755901576368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail107,527 miles (+8,539)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,527 miles
    Test number
    721226968953
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass98,988 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,988 miles
    Test number
    922027112411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail98,988 miles (+13,285)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,988 miles
    Test number
    140215571905
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp missing headlight bulb out (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass85,703 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    85,703 miles
    Test number
    446782939569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished x2

  16. Fail85,703 miles (+12,497)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,703 miles
    Test number
    178882892829
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished x2

  17. Pass73,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    73,206 miles
    Test number
    987893234030
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail73,206 miles (+12,919)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,206 miles
    Test number
    378503396556
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass60,287 miles (+13,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    60,287 miles
    Test number
    972446697727
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre ON LEGAL LIMIT

  20. Pass46,981 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    46,981 miles
    Test number
    578578255086
    • NoteDamage to nearside front sidewall

Questions about L18 SYW

Does L18 SYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 SYW is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 SYW?
The MOT on L18 SYW is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 SYW done?
L18 SYW was recorded at 179,012 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 11,433 miles a year.
Has L18 SYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 SYW has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 SYW 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 SYW find?
L18 SYW passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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