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Citroën Xsara

Beige · Diesel · 2003 · 1,997 cc

LB52 EWVMOT history

LB52 EWV is a beige diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 7 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 89,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,504 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,849 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 EWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 EWV was last recorded at 89,504 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,503 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,849 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,504 miles
  • 2025 – 87,375 miles
  • 2024 – 85,311 miles
  • 2023 – 83,173 miles
  • 2022 – 80,641 miles
  • 2020 – 78,468 miles
  • 2019 – 75,612 miles
  • 2018 – 73,220 miles
  • 2017 – 70,248 miles
  • 2016 – 67,528 miles
  • 2015 – 64,357 miles
  • 2014 – 61,168 miles
  • 2013 – 57,062 miles
  • 2012 – 53,539 miles
  • 2011 – 50,242 miles
  • 2010 – 46,456 miles
  • 2009 – 42,862 miles
  • 2008 – 39,812 miles
  • 2007 – 36,417 miles
  • 2006 – 32,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,504 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged along lower edge. (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged , driven when flat. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,504 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,504 miles
    Test number
    856059499643
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged along lower edge. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged , driven when flat. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail89,503 miles (+2,128)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,503 miles
    Test number
    420136428235
    • MajorCentral Inner Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre section corroded. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill section corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged along lower edge. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged , driven when flat. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass87,375 miles (+2,064)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    87,375 miles
    Test number
    466612530049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    85,311 miles
    Test number
    888156501967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,311 miles (+2,138)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,311 miles
    Test number
    974076357620
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass83,173 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    83,173 miles
    Test number
    846932520919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail83,173 miles (+2,532)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,173 miles
    Test number
    708307696127
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass80,641 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    80,641 miles
    Test number
    835385926818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail80,641 miles (+2,173)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,641 miles
    Test number
    643629344856
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass78,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,468 miles
    Test number
    181935307470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,468 miles (+2,856)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,468 miles
    Test number
    144531772318
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass75,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,612 miles
    Test number
    396422006518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,611 miles (+2,391)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,611 miles
    Test number
    642428548418
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass73,220 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    73,220 miles
    Test number
    163841107131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,212 miles (+2,964)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,212 miles
    Test number
    471544105065
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass70,248 miles (+2,720)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,248 miles
    Test number
    591163370997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,528 miles
    Test number
    430563247673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,528 miles (+3,171)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,528 miles
    Test number
    100431201907
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass64,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,357 miles
    Test number
    306536885086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail64,357 miles (+3,189)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,357 miles
    Test number
    448779675089
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  21. Pass61,168 miles (+4,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,168 miles
    Test number
    196850374094
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass57,062 miles (+3,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,062 miles
    Test number
    845794253089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass53,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,539 miles
    Test number
    736296552016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,539 miles (+3,297)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,539 miles
    Test number
    525366352096
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass50,242 miles (+81)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,242 miles
    Test number
    239984661017
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Fail50,161 miles (+3,705)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,161 miles
    Test number
    308867451091
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass46,456 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,456 miles
    Test number
    963881450040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,862 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    42,862 miles
    Test number
    802273169013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail42,818 miles (+3,006)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,818 miles
    Test number
    100109959437
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  30. Pass39,812 miles (+3,395)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    39,812 miles
    Test number
    710574358080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seats fitted to both outer seats
    • NoteSteering column adjuster will move under excess force when locked

  31. Pass36,417 miles (+3,945)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,417 miles
    Test number
    950855157058
    • NoteAdvise damage to o/s/r lower sill

  32. Pass32,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    32,472 miles
    Test number
    194518556453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 EWV

Does LB52 EWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 EWV is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 EWV?
The MOT on LB52 EWV is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 EWV done?
LB52 EWV was recorded at 89,504 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 2,849 miles a year.
Has LB52 EWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 EWV has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 EWV 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 LB52 EWV find?
LB52 EWV passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged along lower edge.; central rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged , driven when flat..

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