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Citroën Xsara

Beige · Diesel · 2003 · 1,997 cc

LB53 CHCMOT history

LB53 CHC is a beige diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 25 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 143,374 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2026
Mileage
143,374 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CHC
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
25 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 CHC was last recorded at 143,374 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 1,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Apr 2017: 101,000 miles, lower than 130,203 miles on 24 Nov 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
141,856 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,518 miles
Average per year
5,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,374 miles
  • 2025 – 141,856 miles
  • 2024 – 140,458 miles
  • 2023 – 138,880 miles
  • 2022 – 137,387 miles
  • 2021 – 136,117 miles
  • 2020 – 134,727 miles
  • 2019 – 132,977 miles
  • 2018 – 130,995 miles
  • 2017 – 101,000 miles
  • 2016 – 130,203 miles
  • 2015 – 129,963 miles
  • 2014 – 120,478 miles
  • 2013 – 112,834 miles
  • 2012 – 104,525 miles
  • 2011 – 97,102 miles
  • 2010 – 89,359 miles
  • 2009 – 79,816 miles
  • 2008 – 69,629 miles
  • 2007 – 58,587 miles
  • 2006 – 45,197 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail143,374 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail143,374 miles (+1,518)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,374 miles
    Test number
    610340027571
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass141,856 miles (+1,398)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    141,856 miles
    Test number
    323981977333
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter area damp

  3. Pass140,458 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    140,458 miles
    Test number
    826232722020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail140,434 miles (+1,554)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,434 miles
    Test number
    404492385799
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass138,880 miles (+1,493)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    138,880 miles
    Test number
    765891770466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass137,387 miles (+1,270)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    137,387 miles
    Test number
    738445653623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass136,117 miles (+1,390)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    136,117 miles
    Test number
    442418289206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass134,727 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    134,727 miles
    Test number
    517690416911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  9. Fail134,727 miles (+1,750)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,727 miles
    Test number
    922951130819
    • Repaired at testSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  10. Pass132,977 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    132,977 miles
    Test number
    738659598679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  11. Fail132,976 miles (+1,981)2 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,976 miles
    Test number
    953493412572
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box support corroded

  12. Pass130,995 miles (+29,995)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    130,995 miles
    Test number
    466546952261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box slight corroded

  13. Pass101,000 miles (-29,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    101,000 miles
    Test number
    806711806920
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass130,203 miles (+240)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    130,203 miles
    Test number
    344167703885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass129,963 miles (+9,485)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    129,963 miles
    Test number
    649411686904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass120,478 miles (+7,644)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    120,478 miles
    Test number
    719338324301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass112,834 miles (+8,309)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    112,834 miles
    Test number
    459779723465
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass104,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    104,525 miles
    Test number
    399758022366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail104,525 miles (+7,423)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,525 miles
    Test number
    457008822497
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass97,102 miles (+7,743)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    97,102 miles
    Test number
    856588021357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,359 miles (+9,543)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    89,359 miles
    Test number
    712513230396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass79,816 miles (+10,187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    79,816 miles
    Test number
    254849029351
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass69,629 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    69,629 miles
    Test number
    133491438356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail69,629 miles (+11,042)2 dangerous1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,629 miles
    Test number
    842961838393
    • DangerousNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass58,587 miles (+13,390)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    58,587 miles
    Test number
    680676027383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    45,197 miles
    Test number
    531336226353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 CHC

Does LB53 CHC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 CHC expired on 6 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CHC?
The MOT on LB53 CHC expired on 6 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 CHC done?
LB53 CHC was recorded at 143,374 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 5,102 miles a year.
Has LB53 CHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CHC has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 CHC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Apr 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 CHC find?
LB53 CHC failed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 4 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front position lamp not working; nearside integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill as marked; nearside side repeater incorrect colour, and 4 more.

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