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Citroën C3

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,587 cc

LA55 BKUMOT history

LA55 BKU is a grey petrol Citroën C3 first used on 24 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 46,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

LA55 BKU grey Citroen C3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen C3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
46,043 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 BKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 BKU was last recorded at 46,043 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 430 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,613 miles · 27 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
430 miles
Average per year
2,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 46,043 miles
  • 2024 – 38,226 miles
  • 2023 – 34,568 miles
  • 2022 – 33,005 miles
  • 2021 – 29,673 miles
  • 2020 – 27,839 miles
  • 2019 – 23,833 miles
  • 2018 – 22,326 miles
  • 2017 – 21,855 miles
  • 2016 – 20,873 miles
  • 2015 – 19,547 miles
  • 2014 – 18,314 miles
  • 2013 – 17,749 miles
  • 2012 – 15,182 miles
  • 2011 – 12,998 miles
  • 2010 – 10,594 miles
  • 2009 – 8,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,043 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    46,043 miles
    Test number
    793931915175
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail46,043 miles (+430)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,043 miles
    Test number
    153912727216
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail45,613 miles (+7,387)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,613 miles
    Test number
    487856785998
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass38,226 miles (+3,658)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    38,226 miles
    Test number
    810588325170
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords X3 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass34,568 miles (+1,563)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    34,568 miles
    Test number
    903143702935
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses clouded over (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRadiator insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  6. Pass33,005 miles (+57)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    33,005 miles
    Test number
    822471326700
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer starting to deteriorate

  7. Fail32,948 miles (+3,275)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,948 miles
    Test number
    930053851200
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer starting to deteriorate

  8. Pass29,673 miles (+1,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    29,673 miles
    Test number
    307219013509
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  9. Pass27,839 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    27,839 miles
    Test number
    458363696730
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rear sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both rear sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail27,826 miles (+3,993)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,826 miles
    Test number
    161827784585
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both rear sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rear sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both rear sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass23,833 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    23,833 miles
    Test number
    223206008827
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Fail23,808 miles (+1,482)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,808 miles
    Test number
    335672523299
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  13. Pass22,326 miles (+471)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    22,326 miles
    Test number
    366090246105
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass21,855 miles (+982)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    21,855 miles
    Test number
    636229715272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,873 miles (+1,326)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    20,873 miles
    Test number
    791982485256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    19,547 miles
    Test number
    859301079048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail19,547 miles (+1,233)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,547 miles
    Test number
    184501567872
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass18,314 miles (+565)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    18,314 miles
    Test number
    649451884276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,749 miles (+2,567)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    17,749 miles
    Test number
    605927583241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,182 miles (+2,184)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    15,182 miles
    Test number
    648660052122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,998 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    12,998 miles
    Test number
    377594251157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,594 miles (+2,089)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    10,594 miles
    Test number
    593730520091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    8,505 miles
    Test number
    112776019084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 BKU

Does LA55 BKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 BKU is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LA55 BKU?
The MOT on LA55 BKU is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 BKU done?
LA55 BKU was recorded at 46,043 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 2,221 miles a year.
Has LA55 BKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 BKU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LA55 BKU 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 LA55 BKU find?
LA55 BKU passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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