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Citroën DS3

White · Petrol · 2014 · 1,598 cc

L18 UCRMOT history

L18 UCR is a white petrol Citroën DS3 first used on 27 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 18 MOT tests, with 53,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

L18 UCR white Citroen DS3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen DS3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
53,776 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
10 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 UCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
DS3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
27 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L18 UCR was last recorded at 53,776 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 9,242 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,534 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,242 miles
Average per year
3,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,776 miles
  • 2025 – 44,534 miles
  • 2024 – 38,147 miles
  • 2023 – 34,770 miles
  • 2022 – 32,748 miles
  • 2021 – 31,419 miles
  • 2020 – 30,157 miles
  • 2019 – 26,495 miles
  • 2018 – 22,781 miles
  • 2017 – 18,530 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail53,776 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail53,776 miles (+9,242)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,776 miles
    Test number
    221178989191
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass44,534 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    44,534 miles
    Test number
    795671517062
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail44,534 miles (+6,387)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,534 miles
    Test number
    203520674627
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt burst (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass38,147 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    38,147 miles
    Test number
    407673548026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail38,068 miles (+3,298)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,068 miles
    Test number
    474096101422
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass34,770 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    34,770 miles
    Test number
    232935778156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail34,725 miles (+924)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,725 miles
    Test number
    707915629749
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass33,801 miles (+1,053)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    33,801 miles
    Test number
    737863010481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    32,748 miles
    Test number
    833965097280
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front and one of two rears (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail32,748 miles (+1,329)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,748 miles
    Test number
    455894007284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front and one of two rears (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass31,419 miles (+1,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    31,419 miles
    Test number
    100542420871
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass30,157 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    30,157 miles
    Test number
    350932373889
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively auxiliary (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail30,157 miles (+3,662)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,157 miles
    Test number
    885712384701
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively auxiliary (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass26,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    26,495 miles
    Test number
    376784435153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail26,495 miles (+3,714)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,495 miles
    Test number
    535552209723
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass22,781 miles (+4,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    22,781 miles
    Test number
    572855555058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front day running light insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shocker top mount got slight play

  17. Pass18,530 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    18,530 miles
    Test number
    385440181970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front daytime running light showing less than 50% of light

  18. Fail18,530 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,530 miles
    Test number
    925746578287
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front daytime running light showing less than 50% of light

Questions about L18 UCR

Does L18 UCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 UCR is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L18 UCR?
The MOT on L18 UCR is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 UCR done?
L18 UCR was recorded at 53,776 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 3,617 miles a year.
Has L18 UCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 UCR has failed 8 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 UCR 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 UCR find?
L18 UCR failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 3 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside headlamp aim too low, and 6 more.

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