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Citroën Xsara

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,997 cc

LB53 FYVMOT history

LB53 FYV is a silver diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 11 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 175,173 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2022
Mileage
175,173 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 FYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 FYV was last recorded at 175,173 miles on 9 Nov 2021, 3,472 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,701 miles · 17 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
3,472 miles
Average per year
9,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 175,173 miles
  • 2020 – 171,701 miles
  • 2019 – 167,224 miles
  • 2018 – 161,384 miles
  • 2017 – 154,599 miles
  • 2016 – 137,193 miles
  • 2015 – 127,110 miles
  • 2014 – 117,637 miles
  • 2013 – 106,848 miles
  • 2012 – 92,751 miles
  • 2011 – 78,217 miles
  • 2010 – 61,575 miles
  • 2009 – 49,182 miles
  • 2008 – 44,342 miles
  • 2007 – 39,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,173 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides, (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x two corroded in places, (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear heat shield partly insecure,
  • AdvisoryRear number plate partly insecure

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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine,

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x two in places,

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,173 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    175,173 miles
    Test number
    537375203478
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides, (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x two corroded in places, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield partly insecure,
    • AdvisoryRear number plate partly insecure

  2. Fail175,173 miles (+3,472)1 dangerous3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,173 miles
    Test number
    742826093940
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both sides, (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides, (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x two corroded in places, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material outer both sides, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield partly insecure,
    • AdvisoryRear number plate partly insecure

  3. Pass171,701 miles (+20)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    171,701 miles
    Test number
    953507648902
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x two in places, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides, (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail171,681 miles (+4,457)5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,681 miles
    Test number
    810385289877
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking top of engine, (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill towards front, (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x two in places, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides, (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass167,224 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    167,224 miles
    Test number
    112545579838
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill in many places, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail167,224 miles (+5,840)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,224 miles
    Test number
    499713871933
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust broken @ rear (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill, (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill in many places, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass161,384 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    161,384 miles
    Test number
    963327345929
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides, (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides, (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across body. (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail161,381 miles (+6,782)1 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,381 miles
    Test number
    900968078911
    • DangerousRear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides, (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides, (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across body. (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass154,599 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    154,599 miles
    Test number
    995543868784
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak engine,
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides, (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Fail154,599 miles (+17,406)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,599 miles
    Test number
    259501709815
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak engine,
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides, (3.6.B.4e)

  11. Pass137,193 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    137,193 miles
    Test number
    645509096165
    • AdvisoryFront Inner both brake pads appear to be low.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer tyre worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded in places. (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail137,191 miles (+10,081)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,191 miles
    Test number
    291341833998
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner both brake pads appear to be low.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer tyre worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded in places. (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass127,110 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    127,110 miles
    Test number
    405472406617
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

  14. Fail127,048 miles (+9,411)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,048 miles
    Test number
    334575514153
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

  15. Pass117,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    117,637 miles
    Test number
    408296124314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail117,637 miles (+10,789)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,637 miles
    Test number
    346616424354
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  17. Pass106,848 miles (+14,097)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    106,848 miles
    Test number
    818371703345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass92,751 miles (+14,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    92,751 miles
    Test number
    796724412376
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass78,217 miles (+16,642)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,217 miles
    Test number
    896833611320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,575 miles (+12,393)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    61,575 miles
    Test number
    671461200380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,182 miles (+4,840)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    49,182 miles
    Test number
    964541219326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    44,342 miles
    Test number
    331021018313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,342 miles (+4,779)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,342 miles
    Test number
    694081418311
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass39,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    39,563 miles
    Test number
    451503927370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 FYV

Does LB53 FYV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 FYV expired on 21 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 FYV?
The MOT on LB53 FYV expired on 21 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 FYV done?
LB53 FYV was recorded at 175,173 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2021, an average of 9,704 miles a year.
Has LB53 FYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 FYV has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 FYV 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 FYV find?
LB53 FYV passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2021 with 6 advisories: front upper brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides,; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x two corroded in places,; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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