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Citroën C4

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,587 cc

LB56 BVMMOT history

LB56 BVM is a red petrol Citroën C4 first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 25 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 144,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jul 2023
Mileage
144,270 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,914 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 BVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C4
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB56 BVM was last recorded at 144,270 miles on 20 Jul 2023, 8,093 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,177 miles · 26 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
8,093 miles
Average per year
7,914 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 144,270 miles
  • 2022 – 136,177 miles
  • 2021 – 128,913 miles
  • 2020 – 122,057 miles
  • 2019 – 118,176 miles
  • 2018 – 111,629 miles
  • 2017 – 103,783 miles
  • 2016 – 97,692 miles
  • 2015 – 91,022 miles
  • 2014 – 89,047 miles
  • 2013 – 81,665 miles
  • 2012 – 72,776 miles
  • 2011 – 66,712 miles
  • 2010 – 51,065 miles
  • 2009 – 35,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail144,270 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2016
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2016

What MOT failures 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail144,270 miles (+8,093)3 dangerous8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,270 miles
    Test number
    406395520374
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass136,177 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    136,177 miles
    Test number
    602921147266
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail136,177 miles (+7,264)1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,177 miles
    Test number
    532948459348
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass128,913 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    128,913 miles
    Test number
    987959745344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail128,913 miles (+6,856)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,913 miles
    Test number
    282993782015
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass122,057 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    122,057 miles
    Test number
    733009561998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail122,057 miles (+3,881)3 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,057 miles
    Test number
    858956085860
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass118,176 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,176 miles
    Test number
    212135802442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail118,176 miles (+6,547)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,176 miles
    Test number
    120742826969
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass111,629 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,629 miles
    Test number
    394955205891
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail111,629 miles (+7,846)4 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,629 miles
    Test number
    170406379955
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass103,783 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    103,783 miles
    Test number
    181425069688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail103,783 miles (+6,091)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,783 miles
    Test number
    611772927765
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass97,692 miles (+6,670)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    97,692 miles
    Test number
    472947079997
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass91,022 miles (+1,975)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    91,022 miles
    Test number
    637728285127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,047 miles (+7,382)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,047 miles
    Test number
    945105004310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,665 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,665 miles
    Test number
    337711203395
    • Repaired at testOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass81,665 miles (+8,889)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    81,665 miles
    Test number
    405601303343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass72,776 miles (+6,064)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    72,776 miles
    Test number
    295478392207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,712 miles (+15,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    66,712 miles
    Test number
    317214171218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass51,065 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    51,065 miles
    Test number
    290309870228
    • NoteRear discs worn
    • NoteUnable to check nsr seat belt due to child seat

  22. Fail51,065 miles (+15,889)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,065 miles
    Test number
    680599070286
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear discs worn
    • NoteUnable to check nsr seat belt due to child seat

  23. Pass35,176 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    35,176 miles
    Test number
    300429979434
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteService spanner flashing.

Questions about LB56 BVM

Does LB56 BVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 BVM expired on 25 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 BVM?
The MOT on LB56 BVM expired on 25 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 BVM done?
LB56 BVM was recorded at 144,270 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2023, an average of 7,914 miles a year.
Has LB56 BVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 BVM has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB56 BVM 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 BVM find?
LB56 BVM failed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 13 more.

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