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Citroën C3

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,360 cc

LB55 NWSMOT history

LB55 NWS is a black petrol Citroën C3 first used on 11 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 21 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 112,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 May 2024
Mileage
112,557 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 NWS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,360 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 May 2024
Latest MOT test
19 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 NWS was last recorded at 112,557 miles on 19 May 2023, 2,555 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 May 2014: 11,290 miles, lower than 79,871 miles on 22 May 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
110,002 miles · 16 May 2022
Between the last two tests
2,555 miles
Average per year
5,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 112,557 miles
  • 2022 – 110,002 miles
  • 2021 – 107,236 miles
  • 2020 – 104,282 miles
  • 2019 – 101,107 miles
  • 2018 – 97,691 miles
  • 2017 – 94,689 miles
  • 2016 – 91,734 miles
  • 2015 – 88,055 miles
  • 2014 – 84,086 miles
  • 2013 – 79,871 miles
  • 2012 – 66,573 miles
  • 2011 – 54,634 miles
  • 2010 – 41,240 miles
  • 2009 – 29,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,557 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,557 miles (+2,555)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    112,557 miles
    Test number
    886409513590
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass110,002 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2023
    Odometer
    110,002 miles
    Test number
    492885464776
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail110,002 miles (+2,766)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,002 miles
    Test number
    660776776886
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass107,236 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    107,236 miles
    Test number
    821831954131
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail107,236 miles (+2,954)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,236 miles
    Test number
    147407618998
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt vertical link rod cover adrift (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill holed centre and rear (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both h/lamp lenses poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass104,282 miles (+3,175)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    104,282 miles
    Test number
    240315561715
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass101,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2020
    Odometer
    101,107 miles
    Test number
    450854952675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail101,106 miles (+3,415)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,106 miles
    Test number
    203221688200
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass97,691 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    97,691 miles
    Test number
    793001448879
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSH. (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail97,691 miles (+3,002)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,691 miles
    Test number
    734889255999
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSH. (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass94,689 miles (+2,955)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    94,689 miles
    Test number
    615267632611
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  12. Pass91,734 miles (+3,679)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,734 miles
    Test number
    517484193293
    • AdvisoryBoth Wiper Blades In Poor Condition
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake Light Inoperative
    • AdvisoryOil leak at o/s of engine running along suspension arm
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel AT ALLOWABLE LIMIT (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass88,055 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    88,055 miles
    Test number
    237004735188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail88,054 miles (+3,968)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,054 miles
    Test number
    766691235124
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass84,086 miles (+72,796)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    84,086 miles
    Test number
    499092934164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail11,290 miles (-68,581)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,290 miles
    Test number
    516049724198
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre Brake Light Not Working
    • NoteEngine Oil Leak

  17. Fail79,871 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,871 miles
    Test number
    228232943195
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass79,871 miles (+49)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    79,871 miles
    Test number
    528192243114
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Fail79,822 miles (+13,249)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,822 miles
    Test number
    235697623128
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNsf tyre wearing on outer edge.
    • NoteSigns of corrosion to exhaust system.bad engine oil leak.

  20. Pass66,573 miles (+11,939)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    66,573 miles
    Test number
    228483622155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,634 miles
    Test number
    716747321172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,634 miles (+13,394)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,634 miles
    Test number
    606607221118
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass41,240 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    41,240 miles
    Test number
    333984620125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Fail41,240 miles (+12,142)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,240 miles
    Test number
    220494620133
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass29,098 miles (+2,296)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,098 miles
    Test number
    142710629181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,802 miles
    Test number
    932549109064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 NWS

Does LB55 NWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 NWS expired on 21 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 NWS?
The MOT on LB55 NWS expired on 21 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 NWS done?
LB55 NWS was recorded at 112,557 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2023, an average of 5,974 miles a year.
Has LB55 NWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 NWS has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 NWS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB55 NWS find?
LB55 NWS passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2023 with 1 minor defect: headlamp lens slightly defective both deteriorated.

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