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Citroën C3

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,587 cc

LB53 VHZMOT history

LB53 VHZ is a red petrol Citroën C3 first used on 16 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 110,536 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2024
Mileage
110,536 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VHZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VHZ was last recorded at 110,536 miles on 12 Dec 2023, 311 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,225 miles · 12 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
311 miles
Average per year
5,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 110,536 miles
  • 2022 – 110,225 miles
  • 2021 – 109,665 miles
  • 2020 – 105,175 miles
  • 2019 – 96,421 miles
  • 2018 – 70,521 miles
  • 2017 – 51,462 miles
  • 2016 – 47,032 miles
  • 2015 – 46,357 miles
  • 2014 – 45,548 miles
  • 2013 – 44,843 miles
  • 2012 – 43,750 miles
  • 2011 – 40,651 miles
  • 2010 – 37,567 miles
  • 2009 – 34,060 miles
  • 2008 – 30,296 miles
  • 2007 – 26,024 miles
  • 2006 – 21,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,536 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Slaytele oil lack from engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear exhaust box and strap corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,536 miles (+311)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    110,536 miles
    Test number
    775566165024
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass110,225 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    110,225 miles
    Test number
    371172548976
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working center stop lump not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail110,225 miles (+560)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,225 miles
    Test number
    157036829740
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working center stop lump not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass109,665 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    109,665 miles
    Test number
    274029511159
    • AdvisorySlaytele oil lack from engine

  5. Fail109,665 miles (+4,490)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,665 miles
    Test number
    364555357474
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySlaytele oil lack from engine

  6. Pass105,175 miles (+8,754)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    105,175 miles
    Test number
    695369685036
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear indicator pale
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edeg and cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOil leak noted
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside front anti roll bar link

  7. Pass96,421 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    96,421 miles
    Test number
    515307277861
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail96,421 miles (+25,900)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,421 miles
    Test number
    999430825023
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass70,521 miles (+19,059)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    70,521 miles
    Test number
    598211680299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass51,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    51,462 miles
    Test number
    532584245062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,462 miles (+4,430)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,462 miles
    Test number
    443051072750
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  12. Pass47,032 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    47,032 miles
    Test number
    584231749904
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box and strap corroded.
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail47,032 miles (+675)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,032 miles
    Test number
    438971812173
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box and strap corroded.
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass46,357 miles (+809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,357 miles
    Test number
    424986341614
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  15. Pass45,548 miles (+705)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    45,548 miles
    Test number
    545976414337
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass44,843 miles (+1,093)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    44,843 miles
    Test number
    268418813302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  17. Pass43,750 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    43,750 miles
    Test number
    447100322359
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  18. Fail43,750 miles (+3,099)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,750 miles
    Test number
    578140522381
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  19. Pass40,651 miles (+3,084)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    40,651 miles
    Test number
    857406821393
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing.

  20. Pass37,567 miles (+3,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    37,567 miles
    Test number
    434018720308
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass34,060 miles (+3,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    34,060 miles
    Test number
    350608829379
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass30,296 miles (+4,272)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    30,296 miles
    Test number
    472245228437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front windscreen wipers in poor condition
    • NoteParking brake lever has a high travel
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly deteriorated

  23. Pass26,024 miles (+4,392)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    26,024 miles
    Test number
    774846627391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    21,632 miles
    Test number
    630476846330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 VHZ

Does LB53 VHZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VHZ expired on 15 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VHZ?
The MOT on LB53 VHZ expired on 15 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VHZ done?
LB53 VHZ was recorded at 110,536 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2023, an average of 5,230 miles a year.
Has LB53 VHZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VHZ has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 VHZ 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 VHZ find?
LB53 VHZ passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2023 with 5 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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