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Citroën C5

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,179 cc

LB53 VJJMOT history

LB53 VJJ is a grey diesel Citroën C5 first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 95,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2026
Mileage
95,024 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VJJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,179 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VJJ was last recorded at 95,024 miles on 10 Jan 2025, 17,759 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,265 miles · 16 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
17,759 miles
Average per year
4,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,024 miles
  • 2024 – 77,265 miles
  • 2023 – 66,594 miles
  • 2022 – 59,281 miles
  • 2021 – 51,123 miles
  • 2019 – 49,115 miles
  • 2018 – 48,064 miles
  • 2017 – 46,464 miles
  • 2016 – 43,391 miles
  • 2015 – 39,955 miles
  • 2014 – 38,391 miles
  • 2013 – 36,615 miles
  • 2012 – 35,305 miles
  • 2011 – 32,728 miles
  • 2010 – 29,000 miles
  • 2009 – 19,985 miles
  • 2008 – 18,649 miles
  • 2007 – 17,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,024 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass95,024 miles (+17,759)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    95,024 miles
    Test number
    575565023400
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass77,265 miles (+10,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    77,265 miles
    Test number
    532999185490
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass66,594 miles (+7,313)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    66,594 miles
    Test number
    264732183648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass59,281 miles (+8,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    59,281 miles
    Test number
    791766628660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass51,123 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    51,123 miles
    Test number
    222541266947
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2155516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front strut leaking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2155516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2155516 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail51,123 miles (+2,008)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,123 miles
    Test number
    266601293203
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. due to item in boot. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2155516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front strut leaking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2155516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2155516 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass49,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    49,115 miles
    Test number
    940670470878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail49,115 miles (+1,051)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,115 miles
    Test number
    486909502166
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass48,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    48,064 miles
    Test number
    320480481844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail48,064 miles (+1,600)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,064 miles
    Test number
    954731005204
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass46,464 miles (+3,073)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    46,464 miles
    Test number
    472277016271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,391 miles (+3,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    43,391 miles
    Test number
    316531408597
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass39,955 miles (+42)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    39,955 miles
    Test number
    169145575148
    • NoteNearside front suspension leg slightly damp with oil

  14. Fail39,913 miles (+1,522)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,913 miles
    Test number
    277350875408
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • NoteNearside front suspension leg slightly damp with oil
    • NoteOffside rear inner brake disc very corroded
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  15. Pass38,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    38,391 miles
    Test number
    385470574177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,391 miles (+1,776)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,391 miles
    Test number
    508820374111
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  17. Pass36,615 miles (+1,310)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,615 miles
    Test number
    629106153128
    • NoteBoth front wipers starting to smear
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc corroded on inner surface

  18. Pass35,305 miles (+2,577)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,305 miles
    Test number
    437742372137
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNear side front suspension leg slightly damp

  19. Pass32,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,728 miles
    Test number
    248382171136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,728 miles (+3,728)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,728 miles
    Test number
    138392871167
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,000 miles (+9,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    29,000 miles
    Test number
    223675570162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass19,985 miles (+1,336)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    19,985 miles
    Test number
    731860589153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,649 miles (+1,281)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    18,649 miles
    Test number
    202792208093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    17,368 miles
    Test number
    150579017492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 VJJ

Does LB53 VJJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VJJ expired on 17 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VJJ?
The MOT on LB53 VJJ expired on 17 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VJJ done?
LB53 VJJ was recorded at 95,024 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2025, an average of 4,320 miles a year.
Has LB53 VJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VJJ has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 VJJ 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 VJJ find?
LB53 VJJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage, and 1 more.

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