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Citroën C3

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,398 cc

LB54 DXEMOT history

LB54 DXE is a blue petrol Citroën C3 first used on 13 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 55,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
55,398 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 DXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
13 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 DXE was last recorded at 55,398 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 645 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,753 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
645 miles
Average per year
1,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,398 miles
  • 2025 – 54,753 miles
  • 2023 – 54,172 miles
  • 2021 – 51,934 miles
  • 2020 – 51,245 miles
  • 2016 – 50,978 miles
  • 2015 – 50,028 miles
  • 2014 – 48,964 miles
  • 2013 – 47,632 miles
  • 2012 – 45,839 miles
  • 2011 – 43,070 miles
  • 2010 – 38,686 miles
  • 2009 – 35,623 miles
  • 2008 – 32,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,398 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside rear reflector cracked
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,398 miles (+645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    55,398 miles
    Test number
    164670605346
    • AdvisoryNearside rear reflector cracked
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  2. Pass54,753 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    54,753 miles
    Test number
    643113851640
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp damaged but not showing white light to rear
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  3. Fail54,753 miles (+581)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,753 miles
    Test number
    841428305425
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp damaged but not showing white light to rear
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  4. Pass54,172 miles (+2,238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    54,172 miles
    Test number
    274829775588
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lens cover missing but lights still illuminating correctly

  5. Pass51,934 miles (+689)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    51,934 miles
    Test number
    974908943441
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass51,245 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    51,245 miles
    Test number
    164635044005
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail51,243 miles (+265)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,243 miles
    Test number
    153901423055
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass50,978 miles (+950)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    50,978 miles
    Test number
    224444838652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  9. Pass50,028 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    50,028 miles
    Test number
    449546815048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail50,024 miles (+1,060)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,024 miles
    Test number
    768659505098
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Pass48,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    48,964 miles
    Test number
    135183004452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail48,964 miles (+1,332)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,964 miles
    Test number
    329403004001
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  13. Pass47,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    47,632 miles
    Test number
    328339633095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,632 miles (+1,793)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,632 miles
    Test number
    999449333056
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail45,839 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,839 miles
    Test number
    155272512444
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass45,839 miles (+2,769)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    45,839 miles
    Test number
    196102112467
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail43,070 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,070 miles
    Test number
    218321211001
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass43,070 miles (+4,384)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,070 miles
    Test number
    288421011047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Fail38,686 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,686 miles
    Test number
    774315300046
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass38,686 miles (+3,063)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    38,686 miles
    Test number
    982255600092
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail35,623 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,623 miles
    Test number
    384434519065
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass35,623 miles (+2,868)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,623 miles
    Test number
    433144219096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    32,755 miles
    Test number
    682159608096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 DXE

Does LB54 DXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 DXE is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 DXE?
The MOT on LB54 DXE is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 DXE done?
LB54 DXE was recorded at 55,398 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 1,241 miles a year.
Has LB54 DXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 DXE has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB54 DXE 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 LB54 DXE find?
LB54 DXE passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear reflector cracked; rear exhaust outer skin corroded.

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