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Citroën Xsara

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,587 cc

LB08 MZXMOT history

LB08 MZX is a grey petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 104,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
104,189 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 MZX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 MZX was last recorded at 104,189 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 1,423 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,766 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,423 miles
Average per year
5,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,189 miles
  • 2024 – 102,766 miles
  • 2023 – 100,921 miles
  • 2022 – 98,444 miles
  • 2021 – 95,202 miles
  • 2020 – 92,282 miles
  • 2019 – 90,263 miles
  • 2018 – 83,873 miles
  • 2017 – 79,133 miles
  • 2016 – 73,238 miles
  • 2015 – 68,525 miles
  • 2014 – 61,115 miles
  • 2013 – 45,634 miles
  • 2012 – 36,439 miles
  • 2011 – 28,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,189 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak from power steering

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.

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    104,189 miles
    Test number
    108707359987
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from power steering

  2. Fail104,189 miles (+1,423)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,189 miles
    Test number
    603784613305
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from power steering

  3. Pass102,766 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    102,766 miles
    Test number
    638120152372
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail102,765 miles (+1,844)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,765 miles
    Test number
    904816988991
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass100,921 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    100,921 miles
    Test number
    550197886852
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail100,914 miles (+2,470)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,914 miles
    Test number
    678828284858
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass98,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    98,444 miles
    Test number
    266544989627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,444 miles (+3,242)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,444 miles
    Test number
    914782593897
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass95,202 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    95,202 miles
    Test number
    724356565595
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stop rubbers worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail95,202 miles (+2,920)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,202 miles
    Test number
    693434098086
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stop rubbers worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass92,282 miles (+2,019)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    92,282 miles
    Test number
    110900405291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,263 miles (+3,011)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,263 miles
    Test number
    503039340142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    87,252 miles
    Test number
    249188487308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail87,250 miles (+3,377)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,250 miles
    Test number
    130997759097
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  15. Pass83,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    83,873 miles
    Test number
    371405852443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,872 miles (+4,739)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,872 miles
    Test number
    552095348562
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  17. Pass79,133 miles (+5,895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    79,133 miles
    Test number
    176438157578
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass73,238 miles (+4,713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,238 miles
    Test number
    608248055532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail68,525 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,525 miles
    Test number
    308186015004
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass68,525 miles (+7,410)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,525 miles
    Test number
    857916615013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,115 miles (+414)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    61,115 miles
    Test number
    185725864101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack offside

  22. Fail60,701 miles (+15,067)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,701 miles
    Test number
    948598854147
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack offside

  23. Pass45,634 miles (+9,195)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,634 miles
    Test number
    118270953172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,439 miles (+8,239)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,439 miles
    Test number
    519468952140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass28,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,200 miles
    Test number
    416176971187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 MZX

Does LB08 MZX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 MZX is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 MZX?
The MOT on LB08 MZX is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 MZX done?
LB08 MZX was recorded at 104,189 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 5,271 miles a year.
Has LB08 MZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 MZX has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 MZX 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 LB08 MZX find?
LB08 MZX passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel; oil leak from power steering.

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