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Citroën C3

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 1,560 cc

LB55 BSVMOT history

LB55 BSV is a red diesel Citroën C3 first used on 7 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 130,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
130,467 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 BSV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 BSV was last recorded at 130,467 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 4,686 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,781 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,686 miles
Average per year
4,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,467 miles
  • 2025 – 125,781 miles
  • 2024 – 122,195 miles
  • 2023 – 117,561 miles
  • 2022 – 111,902 miles
  • 2021 – 106,664 miles
  • 2020 – 102,249 miles
  • 2019 – 88,055 miles
  • 2018 – 86,953 miles
  • 2017 – 85,708 miles
  • 2016 – 84,672 miles
  • 2015 – 82,985 miles
  • 2014 – 81,721 miles
  • 2013 – 80,108 miles
  • 2011 – 77,042 miles
  • 2010 – 74,048 miles
  • 2009 – 64,945 miles
  • 2008 – 55,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,467 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (Both sides) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (Both sides) (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,467 miles (+4,686)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    130,467 miles
    Test number
    822436740390
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (Both sides) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (Both sides) (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass125,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    125,781 miles
    Test number
    825460123197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail125,781 miles (+3,586)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,781 miles
    Test number
    604452319752
    • 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 Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass122,195 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    122,195 miles
    Test number
    353249397294
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail122,190 miles (+4,629)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,190 miles
    Test number
    349665430930
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass117,561 miles (+5,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    117,561 miles
    Test number
    482970105059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass111,902 miles (+5,238)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    111,902 miles
    Test number
    183124676554
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass106,664 miles (+4,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,664 miles
    Test number
    316504928835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass102,249 miles (+14,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,249 miles
    Test number
    270323466632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass88,055 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    88,055 miles
    Test number
    716153591291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail88,055 miles (+1,102)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,055 miles
    Test number
    261566412423
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass86,953 miles (+1,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    86,953 miles
    Test number
    374188195341
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass85,708 miles (+1,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    85,708 miles
    Test number
    395977580188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass84,672 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    84,672 miles
    Test number
    294520843137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail84,672 miles (+1,687)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,672 miles
    Test number
    540365471652
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Pass82,985 miles (+1,264)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    82,985 miles
    Test number
    955222915064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,721 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    81,721 miles
    Test number
    329000814083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Fail81,721 miles (+1,613)3 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,721 miles
    Test number
    528890414023
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass80,108 miles (+3,066)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    80,108 miles
    Test number
    859424313018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,042 miles (+2,994)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    77,042 miles
    Test number
    708122421379
    • NoteNear side number plate light dim

  21. Pass74,048 miles (+9,103)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    74,048 miles
    Test number
    191461430397
    • DangerousFault with center rear seatbelt - will not pull out
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass64,945 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    64,945 miles
    Test number
    302525929340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront wiper blades are smearing slightly.
    • NoteRear silencer exhaust bracket is corroded slightly.

  23. Fail64,945 miles (+9,315)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,945 miles
    Test number
    532495429368
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront wiper blades are smearing slightly.
    • NoteRear silencer exhaust bracket is corroded slightly.

  24. Pass55,630 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    55,630 miles
    Test number
    194197428357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail55,630 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,630 miles
    Test number
    963177028304
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB55 BSV

Does LB55 BSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 BSV is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 BSV?
The MOT on LB55 BSV is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 BSV done?
LB55 BSV was recorded at 130,467 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 4,331 miles a year.
Has LB55 BSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 BSV has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 BSV 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 LB55 BSV find?
LB55 BSV passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both sides); front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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