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Citroën DS3

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,560 cc

L40 UPSMOT history

L40 UPS is a black diesel Citroën DS3 first used on 19 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 68,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

L40 UPS black Citroen DS3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen DS3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
68,895 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 UPS
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
19 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 UPS was last recorded at 68,895 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 1,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,681 miles · 25 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,214 miles
Average per year
4,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,895 miles
  • 2025 – 67,681 miles
  • 2023 – 64,896 miles
  • 2022 – 61,830 miles
  • 2021 – 58,099 miles
  • 2020 – 53,928 miles
  • 2019 – 49,241 miles
  • 2018 – 42,491 miles
  • 2017 – 36,624 miles
  • 2016 – 30,659 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,895 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    68,895 miles
    Test number
    381718931278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail68,895 miles (+1,214)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,895 miles
    Test number
    966236174604
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass67,681 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    67,681 miles
    Test number
    908592384419
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Fail67,681 miles (+2,785)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,681 miles
    Test number
    660461635382
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass64,896 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    64,896 miles
    Test number
    519154052114
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail64,896 miles (+3,066)2 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,896 miles
    Test number
    970386438716
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass61,830 miles (+3,731)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    61,830 miles
    Test number
    178805174948
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket broke (not insecure)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broke (not insecure)

  8. Pass58,099 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    58,099 miles
    Test number
    487424284430
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail58,099 miles (+4,171)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,099 miles
    Test number
    474914775277
    • MajorNearside Front Lower 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass53,928 miles (+4,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    53,928 miles
    Test number
    703177008177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass49,241 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    49,241 miles
    Test number
    762433862711
    • 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. Fail49,239 miles (+6,748)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,239 miles
    Test number
    754221923801
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure front and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  13. Pass42,491 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    42,491 miles
    Test number
    374919133172
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres have slight cracking on sidewalls
    • AdvisoryWeld snapped on middle exhaust section bracket ,exhaust system does not have excessive movement

  14. Fail42,491 miles (+5,867)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,491 miles
    Test number
    926138232147
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres have slight cracking on sidewalls
    • AdvisoryWeld snapped on middle exhaust section bracket ,exhaust system does not have excessive movement

  15. Pass36,624 miles (+5,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    36,624 miles
    Test number
    548342545378
    • AdvisoryWeld snapped on middle exhaust bracket system adequately supported

  16. Pass30,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    30,659 miles
    Test number
    341744397257
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Sat nav

Questions about L40 UPS

Does L40 UPS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 UPS is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 UPS?
The MOT on L40 UPS is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 UPS done?
L40 UPS was recorded at 68,895 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 4,171 miles a year.
Has L40 UPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 UPS has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 UPS 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 L40 UPS find?
L40 UPS passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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