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Citroën C3

Purple · Diesel · 2016 · 1,560 cc

L21 SGMMOT history

L21 SGM is a purple diesel Citroën C3 first used on 27 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 65,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

L21 SGM purple Citroen C3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen C3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
65,301 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 SGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
27 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 SGM was last recorded at 65,301 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 9,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,082 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,219 miles
Average per year
7,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,301 miles
  • 2025 – 56,082 miles
  • 2024 – 47,830 miles
  • 2023 – 38,988 miles
  • 2022 – 33,668 miles
  • 2021 – 29,313 miles
  • 2020 – 22,233 miles
  • 2019 – 15,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,301 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 30 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,301 miles (+9,219)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    65,301 miles
    Test number
    388953979386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass56,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    56,082 miles
    Test number
    410244691571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail56,081 miles (+8,251)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,081 miles
    Test number
    603054683722
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
  4. Pass47,830 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    47,830 miles
    Test number
    965995287592
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail47,812 miles (+8,824)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,812 miles
    Test number
    416392515826
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb insecure (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass38,988 miles (+5,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    38,988 miles
    Test number
    146853047963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass33,668 miles (+4,355)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    33,668 miles
    Test number
    205590765722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass29,313 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    29,313 miles
    Test number
    178093836276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  9. Fail29,313 miles (+7,080)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,313 miles
    Test number
    696225855615
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  10. Pass22,233 miles (+6,706)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    22,233 miles
    Test number
    396647451582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass15,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    15,527 miles
    Test number
    561179741560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail15,526 miles3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,526 miles
    Test number
    907323510701
    • 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 Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Questions about L21 SGM

Does L21 SGM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 SGM is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 SGM?
The MOT on L21 SGM is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 SGM done?
L21 SGM was recorded at 65,301 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 7,214 miles a year.
Has L21 SGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 SGM has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L21 SGM 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 SGM find?
L21 SGM passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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