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Citroën XM

Grey · Petrol · 1994 · 1,998 cc

L48 KBLMOT history

L48 KBL is a grey petrol Citroën XM first used on 24 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 118,272 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
118,272 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L48 KBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
XM
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
24 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L48 KBL was last recorded at 118,272 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,270 miles · 16 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,272 miles
  • 2024 – 117,124 miles
  • 2023 – 116,908 miles
  • 2022 – 116,592 miles
  • 2021 – 116,332 miles
  • 2020 – 116,157 miles
  • 2019 – 115,655 miles
  • 2018 – 114,750 miles
  • 2017 – 114,281 miles
  • 2016 – 113,790 miles
  • 2015 – 113,286 miles
  • 2013 – 112,417 miles
  • 2012 – 110,771 miles
  • 2011 – 109,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,272 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Suspension levelling not working every time

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,272 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    118,272 miles
    Test number
    340932996421
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail118,270 miles (+1,146)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,270 miles
    Test number
    546443606134
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass117,124 miles (+216)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    117,124 miles
    Test number
    784758680753
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass116,908 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    116,908 miles
    Test number
    312073549217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail116,901 miles (+309)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,901 miles
    Test number
    122933057954
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass116,592 miles (+260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    116,592 miles
    Test number
    340916905272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass116,332 miles (+175)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    116,332 miles
    Test number
    148025198680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,157 miles (+502)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    116,157 miles
    Test number
    222284718613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,655 miles (+905)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    115,655 miles
    Test number
    567952295013
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met braking efficiency may need adjustment or repair
  10. Pass114,750 miles (+469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    114,750 miles
    Test number
    891803931709
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  11. Pass114,281 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    114,281 miles
    Test number
    823550931361
    • AdvisorySuspension levelling not working every time
  12. Fail114,281 miles (+491)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,281 miles
    Test number
    791377570093
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension levelling not working every time
  13. Pass113,790 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    113,790 miles
    Test number
    364898799498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail113,785 miles (+499)15 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,785 miles
    Test number
    102324903424
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake operation has insufficient assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning device has operated pedel very hard (3.3.D.3b)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc clip loose (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning heavy at slow speed (2.3.3a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
  15. Pass113,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    113,286 miles
    Test number
    885069305024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    636569605051
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSpeedometer not complete (6.7.2)
  17. Pass112,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    112,417 miles
    Test number
    715121653302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail112,417 miles (+1,646)11 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,417 miles
    Test number
    595651953349
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre cracked on tread.
    • NoteO/S/F Brake has slight bind.
  19. Pass110,771 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    110,771 miles
    Test number
    446208602251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Note(both front) tyres cracking between tread section
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated
    • NoteEngine temperature warning light on
  20. Fail110,771 miles (+1,466)1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,771 miles
    Test number
    875188102288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Note(both front) tyres cracking between tread section
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated
    • NoteEngine temperature warning light on
  21. Pass109,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    109,305 miles
    Test number
    609512411061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail109,305 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,305 miles
    Test number
    196986201066
    • FailureInner Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Horn control insecure (1.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L48 KBL

Does L48 KBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L48 KBL is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L48 KBL?
The MOT on L48 KBL is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L48 KBL done?
L48 KBL was recorded at 118,272 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 568 miles a year.
Has L48 KBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L48 KBL has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L48 KBL 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 L48 KBL find?
L48 KBL passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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