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Citroën Xsara

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,560 cc

LB56 BUFMOT history

LB56 BUF is a red diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 27 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 125,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2025
Mileage
125,570 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 BUF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 BUF was last recorded at 125,570 miles on 9 Nov 2024, 79 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,491 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
79 miles
Average per year
5,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,570 miles
  • 2023 – 119,343 miles
  • 2022 – 114,993 miles
  • 2021 – 111,129 miles
  • 2020 – 107,835 miles
  • 2019 – 106,100 miles
  • 2018 – 104,276 miles
  • 2017 – 102,380 miles
  • 2016 – 98,057 miles
  • 2015 – 75,320 miles
  • 2014 – 67,109 miles
  • 2013 – 60,713 miles
  • 2012 – 52,611 miles
  • 2011 – 47,300 miles
  • 2010 – 43,123 miles
  • 2009 – 38,925 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,570 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,570 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    125,570 miles
    Test number
    648599024683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail125,491 miles (+6,148)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,491 miles
    Test number
    231281298336
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering system fouling (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass119,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    119,343 miles
    Test number
    409754806001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail119,343 miles (+4,350)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,343 miles
    Test number
    322450487296
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass114,993 miles (+3,864)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    114,993 miles
    Test number
    926623103877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass111,129 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    111,129 miles
    Test number
    353326306252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail111,129 miles (+3,294)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,129 miles
    Test number
    817638611047
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure exhaust hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass107,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    107,835 miles
    Test number
    434475834134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail107,834 miles (+1,734)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,834 miles
    Test number
    581516717052
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass106,100 miles (+1,824)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,100 miles
    Test number
    189395842188
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear silenced strap (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass104,276 miles (+1,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    104,276 miles
    Test number
    664462070803
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass102,380 miles (+4,323)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    102,380 miles
    Test number
    466067486805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,057 miles (+22,737)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    98,057 miles
    Test number
    429303814965
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light on
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken

  14. Pass75,320 miles (+8,211)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    75,320 miles
    Test number
    101589419631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,109 miles (+6,396)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    67,109 miles
    Test number
    998935594218
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront heat shield loose by cat

  16. Pass60,713 miles (+8,102)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,713 miles
    Test number
    355848583410
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass52,611 miles (+5,311)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    52,611 miles
    Test number
    257622492249
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass47,300 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    47,300 miles
    Test number
    897094691276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,291 miles (+4,168)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,291 miles
    Test number
    628143991216
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake disc's worn

  20. Pass43,123 miles (+4,198)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    43,123 miles
    Test number
    862802990279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,925 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    38,925 miles
    Test number
    623429599254
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn low
    • NoteO/s/f tyre perished
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

Questions about LB56 BUF

Does LB56 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 BUF expired on 8 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 BUF?
The MOT on LB56 BUF expired on 8 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 BUF done?
LB56 BUF was recorded at 125,570 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2024, an average of 5,761 miles a year.
Has LB56 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 BUF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 BUF 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 LB56 BUF find?
LB56 BUF passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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