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Citroën ZX

White · Diesel · 1993 · 1,905 cc

L98 FTMMOT history

L98 FTM is a white diesel Citroën ZX first used on 28 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 134,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
134,181 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,000 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L98 FTM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
ZX
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,905 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
28 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L98 FTM was last recorded at 134,181 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,174 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,000 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,181 miles
  • 2025 – 134,174 miles
  • 2024 – 133,912 miles
  • 2023 – 133,782 miles
  • 2022 – 132,893 miles
  • 2021 – 132,282 miles
  • 2019 – 124,528 miles
  • 2018 – 120,496 miles
  • 2017 – 116,818 miles
  • 2016 – 112,885 miles
  • 2015 – 109,045 miles
  • 2014 – 102,022 miles
  • 2013 – 97,967 miles
  • 2012 – 90,205 miles
  • 2010 – 83,081 miles
  • 2009 – 76,081 miles
  • 2008 – 69,902 miles
  • 2007 – 63,508 miles
  • 2006 – 54,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,181 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front chassis rail corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,181 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    134,181 miles
    Test number
    676717172141
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front chassis rail corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail134,174 miles (+262)2 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,174 miles
    Test number
    131669295022
    • DangerousNearside Rear Axle insecure such that stability is impaired (5.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Axle insecure such that stability is impaired (5.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryI am unable to see the condition of the front brake pads.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass133,912 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    133,912 miles
    Test number
    181066786766
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail133,912 miles (+130)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,912 miles
    Test number
    210543545582
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass133,782 miles (+889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    133,782 miles
    Test number
    585128799198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass132,893 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    132,893 miles
    Test number
    760197474982
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail132,888 miles (+606)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,888 miles
    Test number
    648307518673
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass132,282 miles (+7,754)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    132,282 miles
    Test number
    120299785254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass124,528 miles (+4,032)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    124,528 miles
    Test number
    498023733285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass120,496 miles (+3,678)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    120,496 miles
    Test number
    391988304414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,818 miles (+3,933)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,818 miles
    Test number
    879182591116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass112,885 miles (+3,840)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    112,885 miles
    Test number
    667363699250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass109,045 miles (+7,023)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,045 miles
    Test number
    319855505106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,022 miles (+4,055)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    102,022 miles
    Test number
    485574804162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass97,967 miles (+7,762)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    97,967 miles
    Test number
    295381203494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,205 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    90,205 miles
    Test number
    269219762022
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSpare wheel missing

  17. Fail90,205 miles (+7,124)5 failures2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,205 miles
    Test number
    566119162034
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSpare wheel missing

  18. Pass83,081 miles (+7,000)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    83,081 miles
    Test number
    750294350351
    • NoteFront brake discs slight rust
    • NoteWashers frozen due to adverse weather conditions

  19. Pass76,081 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    76,081 miles
    Test number
    890958939356
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail76,078 miles (+6,176)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,078 miles
    Test number
    472407939492
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass69,902 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    69,902 miles
    Test number
    602293738318
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Fail69,899 miles (+6,391)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,899 miles
    Test number
    720202838363
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass63,508 miles (+9,430)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    63,508 miles
    Test number
    561171167283
    • NoteSign of coolant been leaking around thermostat housing

  24. Pass54,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    54,078 miles
    Test number
    144822126239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L98 FTM

Does L98 FTM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L98 FTM is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L98 FTM?
The MOT on L98 FTM is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L98 FTM done?
L98 FTM was recorded at 134,181 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 4,000 miles a year.
Has L98 FTM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L98 FTM has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L98 FTM 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 L98 FTM find?
L98 FTM passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front chassis rail corrosion; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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