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Citroën Xsara

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,360 cc

LB53 CFXMOT history

LB53 CFX is a blue petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 30 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 139,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2024
Mileage
139,433 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,360 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 CFX was last recorded at 139,433 miles on 24 Aug 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,428 miles · 22 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,433 miles
  • 2022 – 134,803 miles
  • 2021 – 133,314 miles
  • 2020 – 127,862 miles
  • 2019 – 122,632 miles
  • 2018 – 114,162 miles
  • 2017 – 105,223 miles
  • 2016 – 95,282 miles
  • 2015 – 89,596 miles
  • 2014 – 81,470 miles
  • 2012 – 69,391 miles
  • 2011 – 58,926 miles
  • 2010 – 48,587 miles
  • 2009 – 37,532 miles
  • 2008 – 29,281 miles
  • 2006 – 16,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,433 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,433 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    139,433 miles
    Test number
    430660082531
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail139,428 miles (+4,625)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,428 miles
    Test number
    269341717503
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,803 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    134,803 miles
    Test number
    241059565210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPads not visible due to wheel cover

  4. Fail134,793 miles (+1,479)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,793 miles
    Test number
    449451974270
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPads not visible due to wheel cover

  5. Pass133,314 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    133,314 miles
    Test number
    345754455561
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail133,309 miles (+5,447)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,309 miles
    Test number
    192561438407
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass127,862 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    127,862 miles
    Test number
    529032366534
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light illuminated

  8. Fail127,853 miles (+5,221)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,853 miles
    Test number
    957586506746
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low ADJUSTED (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light illuminated

  9. Pass122,632 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    122,632 miles
    Test number
    595509017801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail122,627 miles (+8,465)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,627 miles
    Test number
    279162619847
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn and cuts to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass114,162 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    114,162 miles
    Test number
    702118068847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,151 miles (+8,928)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,151 miles
    Test number
    653050996979
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely brake juddering (1.2.1 (c))

  13. Pass105,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    105,223 miles
    Test number
    834958698938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail105,223 miles (+9,941)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,223 miles
    Test number
    863814080477
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box rusted and blowing (7.1.2)

  15. Pass95,282 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,282 miles
    Test number
    278311059585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail95,277 miles (+5,681)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,277 miles
    Test number
    608139158096
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Fail89,596 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,596 miles
    Test number
    377228185171
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass89,596 miles (+8,126)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    89,596 miles
    Test number
    987978485197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,470 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    81,470 miles
    Test number
    429758584147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail81,470 miles (+12,079)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,470 miles
    Test number
    705016484119
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass69,391 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    69,391 miles
    Test number
    896815652316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail69,391 miles (+10,465)5 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,391 miles
    Test number
    318814452369
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass58,926 miles (+10,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    58,926 miles
    Test number
    637862641355
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass48,587 miles (+11,055)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    48,587 miles
    Test number
    420997040304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass37,532 miles (+8,251)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,532 miles
    Test number
    461804249329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUNABLE TO SEE FRONT BRAKE PADS CLEARLY TO GIVE MY OPINION

  26. Pass29,281 miles (+10,468)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    29,281 miles
    Test number
    644612158364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass18,813 miles (+2,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    18,813 miles
    Test number
    871034808047
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass16,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,175 miles
    Test number
    830617026313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 CFX

Does LB53 CFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 CFX expired on 17 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CFX?
The MOT on LB53 CFX expired on 17 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 CFX done?
LB53 CFX was recorded at 139,433 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2023, an average of 7,359 miles a year.
Has LB53 CFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CFX has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 CFX 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 LB53 CFX find?
LB53 CFX passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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