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Citroën C5

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,997 cc

LB53 HMCMOT history

LB53 HMC is a silver diesel Citroën C5 first used on 27 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 127,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2026
Mileage
127,692 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 HMC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 HMC was last recorded at 127,692 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 3,705 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,987 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,705 miles
Average per year
4,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,692 miles
  • 2025 – 123,987 miles
  • 2024 – 120,338 miles
  • 2023 – 117,758 miles
  • 2022 – 116,195 miles
  • 2021 – 116,048 miles
  • 2020 – 114,689 miles
  • 2019 – 113,539 miles
  • 2018 – 112,093 miles
  • 2017 – 110,825 miles
  • 2016 – 109,194 miles
  • 2015 – 106,187 miles
  • 2014 – 101,944 miles
  • 2013 – 96,464 miles
  • 2012 – 90,146 miles
  • 2011 – 81,923 miles
  • 2010 – 72,951 miles
  • 2009 – 65,903 miles
  • 2007 – 53,108 miles
  • 2006 – 37,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,692 miles
  • MajorNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))
  • MajorOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess Corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,692 miles (+3,705)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,692 miles
    Test number
    964197008723
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess Corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  2. Pass123,987 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    123,987 miles
    Test number
    544604864481
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail123,987 miles (+3,649)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,987 miles
    Test number
    827533865009
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass120,338 miles (+2,580)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    120,338 miles
    Test number
    616105426793
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  5. Pass117,758 miles (+39)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    117,758 miles
    Test number
    695233624776
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess pipe slightly corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess pipe slightly corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail117,719 miles (+1,524)7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,719 miles
    Test number
    563253459334
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle cant open from inside or outside (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess pipe slightly corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess pipe slightly corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass116,195 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,195 miles
    Test number
    971349757235
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  8. Fail116,195 miles (+147)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,195 miles
    Test number
    830780972723
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  9. Pass116,048 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    116,048 miles
    Test number
    806876813603
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Large crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess Corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess Corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  10. Fail116,048 miles (+1,359)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,048 miles
    Test number
    454614529754
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess Corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess Corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  11. Pass114,689 miles (+1,150)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    114,689 miles
    Test number
    417759570519
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic suspension pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Hydraulic suspension pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  12. Pass113,539 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    113,539 miles
    Test number
    104427813561
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess Evidence of slight leak (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess Slight corrosion (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  13. Fail113,539 miles (+1,446)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,539 miles
    Test number
    536299544351
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess Evidence of slight leak (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess Slight corrosion (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  14. Pass112,093 miles (+1,268)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    112,093 miles
    Test number
    807021090140
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked not affecting drivers view

  15. Pass110,825 miles (+1,631)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    110,825 miles
    Test number
    843750659911
    • AdvisoryDamage to lower windscreen, not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass109,194 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    109,194 miles
    Test number
    366960361686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged out of swept area but not affecting drivers view

  17. Fail109,194 miles (+3,007)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,194 miles
    Test number
    148372104569
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged out of swept area but not affecting drivers view

  18. Pass106,187 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    106,187 miles
    Test number
    156724585409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteHas a crack running accross bottom of windscreen
    • NoteOffside rear suspension bellow has slight trace of leaking
    • NoteOffside rear wheel makes a scraping sound when rotated (no play in bearing)

  19. Fail106,187 miles (+4,243)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,187 miles
    Test number
    448854285064
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteHas a crack running accross bottom of windscreen
    • NoteOffside rear suspension bellow has slight trace of leaking
    • NoteOffside rear wheel makes a scraping sound when rotated (no play in bearing)

  20. Pass101,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    101,944 miles
    Test number
    566124184072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail101,944 miles (+5,480)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,944 miles
    Test number
    469497974076
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  22. Pass96,464 miles (+6,318)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    96,464 miles
    Test number
    117767653409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass90,146 miles (+8,223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    90,146 miles
    Test number
    487460882010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Fail81,923 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,923 miles
    Test number
    108393181008
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass81,923 miles (+8,972)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    81,923 miles
    Test number
    129073081043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail72,951 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,951 miles
    Test number
    713017060003
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteN/side front roadwheel has damage to inner rim
    • NoteSlight fluid leak at n/side front suspension

  27. Pass72,951 miles (+7,048)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,951 miles
    Test number
    841927460001
    • NoteN/side front roadwheel has damage to inner rim
    • NoteSlight fluid leak at n/side front suspension

  28. Fail65,903 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,903 miles
    Test number
    130037659419
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  29. Pass65,903 miles (+12,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    65,903 miles
    Test number
    963907559003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  30. Pass53,108 miles (+15,771)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    53,108 miles
    Test number
    221378197264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass37,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    37,337 miles
    Test number
    774275716332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 HMC

Does LB53 HMC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 HMC expired on 29 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 HMC?
The MOT on LB53 HMC expired on 29 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 HMC done?
LB53 HMC was recorded at 127,692 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 4,671 miles a year.
Has LB53 HMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 HMC has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 HMC 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 HMC find?
LB53 HMC failed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 6 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside direction indicator incorrect colour; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside front service brake excessively binding, and 11 more.

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