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Citroën C3

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,360 cc

LB05 PPOMOT history

LB05 PPO is a red petrol Citroën C3 first used on 1 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 92,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
92,979 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 PPO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,360 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 PPO was last recorded at 92,979 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 6,773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,206 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,773 miles
Average per year
4,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,979 miles
  • 2025 – 86,206 miles
  • 2024 – 84,713 miles
  • 2023 – 83,429 miles
  • 2022 – 73,701 miles
  • 2021 – 63,124 miles
  • 2020 – 53,684 miles
  • 2019 – 46,678 miles
  • 2018 – 40,280 miles
  • 2017 – 33,279 miles
  • 2016 – 25,697 miles
  • 2015 – 19,882 miles
  • 2014 – 16,234 miles
  • 2013 – 14,051 miles
  • 2012 – 13,458 miles
  • 2011 – 12,776 miles
  • 2010 – 11,687 miles
  • 2009 – 10,204 miles
  • 2008 – 7,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,979 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust corroded but not blowing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 27 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,979 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    92,979 miles
    Test number
    461332991936
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail92,977 miles (+6,771)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,977 miles
    Test number
    409118021459
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass86,206 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    86,206 miles
    Test number
    490719127372
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail86,204 miles (+1,491)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,204 miles
    Test number
    169847867871
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass84,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    84,713 miles
    Test number
    300790099162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail84,713 miles (+1,284)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,713 miles
    Test number
    380828442700
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLANGE (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass83,429 miles (+9,728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,429 miles
    Test number
    826117791158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONTS (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass73,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    73,701 miles
    Test number
    674885914572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail73,701 miles (+10,577)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,701 miles
    Test number
    586755068774
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass63,124 miles (+9,440)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    63,124 miles
    Test number
    924780919199
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass53,684 miles (+56)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    53,684 miles
    Test number
    922793820158
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail53,628 miles (+6,950)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,628 miles
    Test number
    994848666929
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass46,678 miles (+6,398)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    46,678 miles
    Test number
    505553223440
    • MinorNearside Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge low. tyre cracking also. 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass40,280 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    40,280 miles
    Test number
    791108550239
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65r14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFaulty temp guage

  15. Fail40,280 miles (+7,001)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,280 miles
    Test number
    124626298279
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 33% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high broken clip on headlamp (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65r14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFaulty temp guage

  16. Pass33,279 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    33,279 miles
    Test number
    884684175904
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded but not blowing

  17. Fail33,256 miles (+7,559)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,256 miles
    Test number
    652803381587
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded but not blowing

  18. Pass25,697 miles (+5,815)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    25,697 miles
    Test number
    223185758416
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section becoming corroded and delaminated
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs and pads 60-70-% worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer sidewall has slight curb damage
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade slightly juddering
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass19,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    19,882 miles
    Test number
    689492885133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail19,882 miles (+3,648)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,882 miles
    Test number
    259682885182
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass16,234 miles (+2,183)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    16,234 miles
    Test number
    499252874103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,051 miles (+593)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    14,051 miles
    Test number
    788530673124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    13,458 miles
    Test number
    287733272443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail13,452 miles (+676)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,452 miles
    Test number
    338133372182
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteWiper blades noisey

  25. Pass12,776 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    12,776 miles
    Test number
    189825871144
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  26. Fail12,776 miles (+1,089)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,776 miles
    Test number
    729795671164
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  27. Pass11,687 miles (+1,483)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    11,687 miles
    Test number
    193519670162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass10,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    10,204 miles
    Test number
    380951289179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail10,203 miles (+2,313)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,203 miles
    Test number
    200741789480
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  30. Pass7,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    7,890 miles
    Test number
    480339078110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 PPO

Does LB05 PPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 PPO is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 PPO?
The MOT on LB05 PPO is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 PPO done?
LB05 PPO was recorded at 92,979 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 4,720 miles a year.
Has LB05 PPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 PPO has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 PPO 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 LB05 PPO find?
LB05 PPO passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front, and 1 more.

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