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Citroën DS3

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

L55 XAHMOT history

L55 XAH is a white petrol Citroën DS3 first used on 1 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 95,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

L55 XAH white Citroen DS3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen DS3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
95,267 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 XAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
DS3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 XAH was last recorded at 95,267 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,244 miles · 18 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
7,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,267 miles
  • 2025 – 85,932 miles
  • 2024 – 76,283 miles
  • 2023 – 66,926 miles
  • 2022 – 61,011 miles
  • 2021 – 55,381 miles
  • 2020 – 51,148 miles
  • 2019 – 43,713 miles
  • 2018 – 36,111 miles
  • 2017 – 26,877 miles
  • 2016 – 17,543 miles
  • 2015 – 14,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,267 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2026

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,267 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    95,267 miles
    Test number
    415736833332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail95,244 miles (+9,312)3 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,244 miles
    Test number
    429177378167
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousCoolant empty
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass85,932 miles (+202)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    85,932 miles
    Test number
    815353602001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail85,730 miles (+9,447)1 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,730 miles
    Test number
    662677504050
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases hole in the exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass76,283 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    76,283 miles
    Test number
    408220858070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail76,283 miles (+9,357)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,283 miles
    Test number
    402348796586
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass66,926 miles (+5,915)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    66,926 miles
    Test number
    935793274889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass61,011 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    61,011 miles
    Test number
    316648881874
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail61,011 miles (+5,630)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,011 miles
    Test number
    966049032731
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened NS and OS inner braking surface excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass55,381 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,381 miles
    Test number
    691880520212
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail55,381 miles (+4,233)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,381 miles
    Test number
    211542876826
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass51,148 miles (+7,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,148 miles
    Test number
    198297829461
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing thin on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass43,713 miles (+7,602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    43,713 miles
    Test number
    879805826038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass36,111 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    36,111 miles
    Test number
    314603290163
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail36,111 miles (+9,234)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,111 miles
    Test number
    623571046479
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass26,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    26,877 miles
    Test number
    871499952695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,877 miles (+9,334)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,877 miles
    Test number
    510092387236
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass17,543 miles (+3,453)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    17,543 miles
    Test number
    162282959765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,090 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    14,090 miles
    Test number
    856647955124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  20. Fail14,090 miles2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,090 miles
    Test number
    616167255188
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

Questions about L55 XAH

Does L55 XAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 XAH is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 XAH?
The MOT on L55 XAH is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 XAH done?
L55 XAH was recorded at 95,267 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 7,233 miles a year.
Has L55 XAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 XAH has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 XAH 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 L55 XAH find?
L55 XAH passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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