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Citroën C3

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,587 cc

L5 UDBMOT history

L5 UDB is a black petrol Citroën C3 first used on 28 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 134,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

L5 UDB black Citroen C3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen C3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
134,961 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,308 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 UDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 UDB was last recorded at 134,961 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 16,296 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,665 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
16,296 miles
Average per year
8,308 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,961 miles
  • 2025 – 118,665 miles
  • 2024 – 101,101 miles
  • 2022 – 95,965 miles
  • 2021 – 72,102 miles
  • 2020 – 63,515 miles
  • 2019 – 58,764 miles
  • 2018 – 52,988 miles
  • 2017 – 50,029 miles
  • 2016 – 44,312 miles
  • 2015 – 38,604 miles
  • 2014 – 32,569 miles
  • 2013 – 27,054 miles
  • 2012 – 21,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,961 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Advise replacement due to just above min thickness (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test Rear view mirror

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm, advise replacement due to wear on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,961 miles (+16,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    134,961 miles
    Test number
    417948021727
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,665 miles (+17,564)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    118,665 miles
    Test number
    678000891559
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass101,101 miles (+5,136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    101,101 miles
    Test number
    284308623682
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass95,965 miles (+20)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    95,965 miles
    Test number
    505618439236
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail95,945 miles (+23,843)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,945 miles
    Test number
    856716545629
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass72,102 miles (+8,587)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,102 miles
    Test number
    298108544083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass63,515 miles (+4,751)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    63,515 miles
    Test number
    566860497232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass58,764 miles (+5,776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    58,764 miles
    Test number
    421762555838
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs slightly rusty on the outside edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass52,988 miles (+2,959)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    52,988 miles
    Test number
    313631944701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,029 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    50,029 miles
    Test number
    118176540676
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror
    • AdvisoryService light on

  11. Fail50,029 miles (+5,717)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,029 miles
    Test number
    574694875779
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror
    • AdvisoryService light on

  12. Pass44,312 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    44,312 miles
    Test number
    546261569743
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Advise replacement due to just above min thickness (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Rear view mirror
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm, advise replacement due to wear on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail44,255 miles (+5,651)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,255 miles
    Test number
    360312923690
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported Both front mounts, and both rear mounts broken (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Advise replacement due to just above min thickness (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Rear view mirror
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm, advise replacement due to wear on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass38,604 miles (+6,035)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    38,604 miles
    Test number
    288463625772
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily lipped. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavily worn inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre damage to outer sidewall but not exposing cords.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavily worn inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear scilencer mounting brakes broken but scilencer still supported.
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nearside rear.
    • AdvisoryOil leak looks like sump washer.

  15. Pass32,569 miles (+5,515)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    32,569 miles
    Test number
    939122564281
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust brakets broken and corroded

  16. Pass27,054 miles (+5,137)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    27,054 miles
    Test number
    369480373461
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is cracking and appears to have multiple nails in the tread area
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer support band is quite corroded
    • NoteSlight movement in the nearside front suspension anti-roll bar droplink

  17. Fail21,917 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,917 miles
    Test number
    145495842266
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts

  18. Pass21,917 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    21,917 miles
    Test number
    388285842242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Questions about L5 UDB

Does L5 UDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 UDB is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 UDB?
The MOT on L5 UDB is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 UDB done?
L5 UDB was recorded at 134,961 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 8,308 miles a year.
Has L5 UDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 UDB has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on L5 UDB 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 L5 UDB find?
L5 UDB passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe slightly damaged; oil leak, but not excessive.

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