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Citroën C3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,587 cc

LB52 NVZMOT history

LB52 NVZ is a black petrol Citroën C3 first used on 14 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 135,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jun 2025
Mileage
135,471 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2024
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 NVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 NVZ was last recorded at 135,471 miles on 25 Jun 2024, 3,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,278 miles · 24 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
3,193 miles
Average per year
6,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 135,471 miles
  • 2023 – 132,278 miles
  • 2022 – 129,427 miles
  • 2021 – 124,003 miles
  • 2020 – 119,931 miles
  • 2019 – 114,593 miles
  • 2018 – 104,469 miles
  • 2017 – 99,659 miles
  • 2016 – 91,232 miles
  • 2015 – 82,929 miles
  • 2014 – 75,160 miles
  • 2013 – 65,508 miles
  • 2012 – 55,266 miles
  • 2011 – 44,373 miles
  • 2010 – 36,544 miles
  • 2009 – 30,897 miles
  • 2008 – 25,684 miles
  • 2007 – 22,648 miles
  • 2006 – 19,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,471 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,471 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    135,471 miles
    Test number
    122472138088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail135,469 miles (+3,191)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,469 miles
    Test number
    970112688020
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass132,278 miles (+2,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    132,278 miles
    Test number
    116098631227
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass129,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    129,427 miles
    Test number
    585702418927
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail129,427 miles (+5,424)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,427 miles
    Test number
    644402984524
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass124,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    124,003 miles
    Test number
    188057234918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail124,003 miles (+4,072)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,003 miles
    Test number
    302692233907
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust distorted/damaged

  8. Pass119,931 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    119,931 miles
    Test number
    386784898207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Fail119,931 miles (+5,338)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,931 miles
    Test number
    116381546805
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass114,593 miles (+10,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    114,593 miles
    Test number
    580706497068
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass104,469 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    104,469 miles
    Test number
    113269738457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail104,469 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,469 miles
    Test number
    593239255911
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail104,469 miles (+4,810)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,469 miles
    Test number
    775932207473
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjuster Damaged (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass99,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    99,659 miles
    Test number
    962105037843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail99,659 miles (+8,427)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,659 miles
    Test number
    939791319144
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass91,232 miles (+8,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,232 miles
    Test number
    219472105045
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  17. Fail82,929 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,929 miles
    Test number
    246177545180
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass82,929 miles (+7,769)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    82,929 miles
    Test number
    788837245172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass75,160 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    75,160 miles
    Test number
    675264644138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail75,160 miles (+9,652)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,160 miles
    Test number
    286214944415
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass65,508 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,508 miles
    Test number
    666245743108
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteRear no.plate condition

  22. Fail65,508 miles (+10,242)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,508 miles
    Test number
    386665443180
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteRear no.plate condition

  23. Pass55,266 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,266 miles
    Test number
    295239942186
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  24. Fail55,266 miles (+10,893)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,266 miles
    Test number
    339079442182
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated
    • NoteWheel alignment

  25. Pass44,373 miles (+7,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,373 miles
    Test number
    228628541154
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass36,544 miles (+5,647)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,544 miles
    Test number
    754247830158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,897 miles (+5,213)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    30,897 miles
    Test number
    372328439144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,684 miles (+3,036)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    25,684 miles
    Test number
    881764448165
    • NoteAdvise wipers slightly split

  29. Pass22,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    22,648 miles
    Test number
    330404447193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail22,648 miles (+3,340)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,648 miles
    Test number
    562134847110
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  31. Pass19,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    19,308 miles
    Test number
    361109916008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail19,308 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,308 miles
    Test number
    142559116417
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LB52 NVZ

Does LB52 NVZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 NVZ expired on 24 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 NVZ?
The MOT on LB52 NVZ expired on 24 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 NVZ done?
LB52 NVZ was recorded at 135,471 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2024, an average of 6,303 miles a year.
Has LB52 NVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 NVZ has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB52 NVZ 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 NVZ find?
LB52 NVZ passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2024 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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