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Citroën DS3

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,560 cc

L1 BBXMOT history

L1 BBX is a black diesel Citroën DS3 first used on 2 Sept 2013. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 206,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2025.

L1 BBX black Citroen DS3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
206,888 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2025
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
17,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 BBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
DS3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
2 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 BBX was last recorded at 206,888 miles on 9 Oct 2025, 5,637 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,251 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,637 miles
Average per year
17,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 206,888 miles
  • 2024 – 201,251 miles
  • 2023 – 197,319 miles
  • 2022 – 190,727 miles
  • 2021 – 175,000 miles
  • 2020 – 168,968 miles
  • 2019 – 135,142 miles
  • 2018 – 105,118 miles
  • 2017 – 75,992 miles
  • 2016 – 49,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,888 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fittedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 31 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,888 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    206,888 miles
    Test number
    829121072594
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  2. Fail206,888 miles (+5,637)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,888 miles
    Test number
    220875484811
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  3. Pass201,251 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    201,251 miles
    Test number
    256442454639
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail201,249 miles (+3,930)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,249 miles
    Test number
    260782598331
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass197,319 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    197,319 miles
    Test number
    502334038455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR TYRES (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail197,319 miles (+6,592)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,319 miles
    Test number
    373447379845
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR TYRES (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass190,727 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    190,727 miles
    Test number
    824757574933
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS FITTED
  8. Fail190,727 miles (+15,727)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,727 miles
    Test number
    556937970579
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both fronts inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS FITTED
  9. Pass175,000 miles (+6,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    175,000 miles
    Test number
    950841007192
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS FITTED
  10. Pass168,968 miles (+33,826)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    168,968 miles
    Test number
    581741007498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass135,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    135,142 miles
    Test number
    642807704239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,142 miles (+30,024)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,142 miles
    Test number
    404204155823
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  13. Pass105,118 miles (+29,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    105,118 miles
    Test number
    774919088995
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass75,992 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    75,992 miles
    Test number
    445476620769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Fail75,973 miles (+26,194)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,973 miles
    Test number
    677061342341
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass49,779 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    49,779 miles
    Test number
    339778508606
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 L1 BBX

Does L1 BBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L1 BBX expired on 21 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L1 BBX?
The MOT on L1 BBX expired on 21 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L1 BBX done?
L1 BBX was recorded at 206,888 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2025, an average of 17,253 miles a year.
Has L1 BBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 BBX has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L1 BBX 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 L1 BBX find?
L1 BBX passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively and rears; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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