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Citroën Xsara

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

L21 BYBMOT history

L21 BYB is a grey diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 5 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 111,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

L21 BYB grey Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
111,001 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,869 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 BYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 BYB was last recorded at 111,001 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 8,085 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
102,916 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,085 miles
Average per year
6,869 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,001 miles
  • 2024 – 102,916 miles
  • 2023 – 96,638 miles
  • 2022 – 89,454 miles
  • 2021 – 80,599 miles
  • 2020 – 68,407 miles
  • 2019 – 48,744 miles
  • 2018 – 38,238 miles
  • 2017 – 28,711 miles
  • 2016 – 24,611 miles
  • 2015 – 22,209 miles
  • 2014 – 18,828 miles
  • 2013 – 15,074 miles
  • 2012 – 12,531 miles
  • 2011 – 9,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,001 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,001 miles (+8,085)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    111,001 miles
    Test number
    237647427718
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass102,916 miles (+6,278)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    102,916 miles
    Test number
    618480623398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass96,638 miles (+7,184)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    96,638 miles
    Test number
    685625817428
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass89,454 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    89,454 miles
    Test number
    287677640236
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail89,454 miles (+8,855)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,454 miles
    Test number
    578570356365
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass80,599 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,599 miles
    Test number
    795769308327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material full section corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers casings corroded x 4

  7. Fail80,599 miles (+12,192)1 dangerous3 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,599 miles
    Test number
    128097578867
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material full section corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers casings corroded x 4

  8. Pass68,407 miles (+19,663)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,407 miles
    Test number
    596593153167
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorbers outer casings are corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear full section corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive minor (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass48,744 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    48,744 miles
    Test number
    500508507554
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail48,744 miles (+10,506)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,744 miles
    Test number
    192038151123
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass38,238 miles (+9,527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    38,238 miles
    Test number
    366915339009
    • 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))

  12. Pass28,711 miles (+1,154)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    28,711 miles
    Test number
    715194776102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,557 miles (+2,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    27,557 miles
    Test number
    990511172113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass24,611 miles (+2,402)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    24,611 miles
    Test number
    373277369122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,209 miles (+3,381)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    22,209 miles
    Test number
    495864845056
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass18,828 miles (+3,754)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    18,828 miles
    Test number
    469359244068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,074 miles (+2,543)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    15,074 miles
    Test number
    358856143029
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteO/s front brake disc poor on inside face

  18. Pass12,531 miles (+2,741)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    12,531 miles
    Test number
    335385942002
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer bracket corroded but not resulting in excess movement of the exhaust system at time of test

  19. Pass9,790 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    9,790 miles
    Test number
    198826251424
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about L21 BYB

Does L21 BYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 BYB is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L21 BYB?
The MOT on L21 BYB is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 BYB done?
L21 BYB was recorded at 111,001 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 6,869 miles a year.
Has L21 BYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 BYB has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L21 BYB 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 L21 BYB find?
L21 BYB passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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