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Citroën C3

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,360 cc

LB53 HNTMOT history

LB53 HNT is a red petrol Citroën C3 first used on 22 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 83,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2024
Mileage
83,631 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,168 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 HNT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,360 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 HNT was last recorded at 83,631 miles on 22 Jul 2024, 1,894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,737 miles · 17 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1,894 miles
Average per year
3,168 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,631 miles
  • 2023 – 81,737 miles
  • 2022 – 79,922 miles
  • 2021 – 76,396 miles
  • 2020 – 69,041 miles
  • 2019 – 64,283 miles
  • 2018 – 62,774 miles
  • 2017 – 61,460 miles
  • 2016 – 59,820 miles
  • 2015 – 58,331 miles
  • 2014 – 56,773 miles
  • 2013 – 54,952 miles
  • 2012 – 51,556 miles
  • 2011 – 48,601 miles
  • 2010 – 46,240 miles
  • 2009 – 39,027 miles
  • 2008 – 32,935 miles
  • 2007 – 28,365 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail83,631 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousClutch worn
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail83,631 miles (+1,894)4 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,631 miles
    Test number
    782961471522
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousClutch worn
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass81,737 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    81,737 miles
    Test number
    568346830290
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated o/s front outer boot large clip not tight (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel and knock (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail81,737 miles (+1,815)6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,737 miles
    Test number
    283067677819
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken o/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect o/s (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working o/s (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp high level comes on with side lights (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning n/s and o/s (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated o/s front outer boot large clip not tight (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel and knock (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass79,922 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    79,922 miles
    Test number
    457310674791
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail79,921 miles (+3,525)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,921 miles
    Test number
    895353389979
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass76,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    76,396 miles
    Test number
    867992826788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail76,393 miles (+7,352)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,393 miles
    Test number
    469765893191
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass69,041 miles (+4,758)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    69,041 miles
    Test number
    730026134965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,283 miles (+1,509)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,283 miles
    Test number
    222494301670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,774 miles (+1,314)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,774 miles
    Test number
    170145004725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,460 miles (+1,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    61,460 miles
    Test number
    559677199307
    • AdvisoryRear service brake readings has just met the requirements

  12. Pass59,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,820 miles
    Test number
    114085737507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,820 miles (+1,489)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,820 miles
    Test number
    240403715820
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass58,331 miles (+1,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    58,331 miles
    Test number
    499908415182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass56,773 miles (+1,821)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    56,773 miles
    Test number
    449229524197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass54,952 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,952 miles
    Test number
    779911453112
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  17. Fail54,949 miles (+3,393)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,949 miles
    Test number
    878140453110
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass51,556 miles (+2,955)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,556 miles
    Test number
    919508732121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,601 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,601 miles
    Test number
    319736921146
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r suspension bump stop missing.

  20. Pass48,601 miles (+2,361)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,601 miles
    Test number
    518686721143
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r suspension bump stop missing.

  21. Pass46,240 miles (+261)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    46,240 miles
    Test number
    614564620143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,979 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    45,979 miles
    Test number
    182629530075
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteOffside front tyre1.6mm on outside

  23. Fail45,979 miles (+64)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,979 miles
    Test number
    370799230084
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteOffside front tyre1.6mm on outside

  24. Fail45,915 miles (+6,888)2 dangerous2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,915 miles
    Test number
    853320230059
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass39,027 miles (+6,092)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    39,027 miles
    Test number
    683301639014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,935 miles (+4,570)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,935 miles
    Test number
    551903938081
    • NoteBonnet pull handle loose
    • NoteSpare tyre deflated

  27. Pass28,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    28,365 miles
    Test number
    174461347436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 HNT

Does LB53 HNT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 HNT expired on 22 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 HNT?
The MOT on LB53 HNT expired on 22 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 HNT done?
LB53 HNT was recorded at 83,631 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2024, an average of 3,168 miles a year.
Has LB53 HNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 HNT has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 HNT 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 HNT find?
LB53 HNT failed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2024 with 4 dangerous defects, 3 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel; offside front lower suspension component ball joint likely to become detached; offside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel, and 5 more.

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