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Citroën C3

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,360 cc

LB56 CGXMOT history

LB56 CGX is a black petrol Citroën C3 first used on 13 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 15,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
15,525 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 CGX
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
13 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 CGX was last recorded at 15,525 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
15,322 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
203 miles
Average per year
536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 15,525 miles
  • 2025 – 15,322 miles
  • 2024 – 15,168 miles
  • 2023 – 14,999 miles
  • 2022 – 14,829 miles
  • 2021 – 14,626 miles
  • 2020 – 14,429 miles
  • 2019 – 14,020 miles
  • 2018 – 13,379 miles
  • 2017 – 12,707 miles
  • 2016 – 12,122 miles
  • 2015 – 11,490 miles
  • 2014 – 10,958 miles
  • 2013 – 10,454 miles
  • 2012 – 9,980 miles
  • 2011 – 9,066 miles
  • 2010 – 8,707 miles
  • 2009 – 6,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass15,525 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Under vehicle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass15,525 miles (+203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    15,525 miles
    Test number
    592593511620
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass15,322 miles (+154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    15,322 miles
    Test number
    352535251506
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside

  3. Pass15,168 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    15,168 miles
    Test number
    622291387781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass14,999 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    14,999 miles
    Test number
    481345437931
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  5. Fail14,999 miles (+170)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,999 miles
    Test number
    512738248774
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  6. Pass14,829 miles (+203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    14,829 miles
    Test number
    466095778983
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStart of general corrosion to underneath of vehicle - None advanced of serious at present.

  7. Pass14,626 miles (+197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    14,626 miles
    Test number
    445505439270
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre very heavily perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre heavily perished

  8. Pass14,429 miles (+409)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    14,429 miles
    Test number
    707210403228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass14,020 miles (+641)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    14,020 miles
    Test number
    759285908535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass13,379 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    13,379 miles
    Test number
    873788450943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySun visor loos

  11. Fail13,379 miles (+672)2 dangerous16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,379 miles
    Test number
    211435228387
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brakes starting to seize
    • AdvisorySun visor loos

  12. Pass12,707 miles (+585)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    12,707 miles
    Test number
    462283456455
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Slight corrosion to nearside rear suspension coil spring.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion of nearside brake disc.

  13. Pass12,122 miles (+632)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    12,122 miles
    Test number
    757038037503
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass11,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    11,490 miles
    Test number
    147519914667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail11,490 miles (+532)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,490 miles
    Test number
    493602961817
    • Repaired at testCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass10,958 miles (+504)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    10,958 miles
    Test number
    248496564219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass10,454 miles (+474)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    10,454 miles
    Test number
    915728263232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass9,980 miles (+914)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    9,980 miles
    Test number
    369339862430
    • NoteNearside rear tyre very perished. Offside rear tyre perished. Both front tyres starting to perish.
    • NoteSmall chip to nearside of windscreen. Front brake offside slight drag. Front brake discs quite rusty. Front brake pads worn, offside outer worst.

  19. Pass9,066 miles (+359)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    9,066 miles
    Test number
    989501851266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    8,707 miles
    Test number
    131829650212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail8,707 miles (+2,186)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,707 miles
    Test number
    373229950251
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass6,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    6,521 miles
    Test number
    184871489253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail6,521 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,521 miles
    Test number
    992161389293
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LB56 CGX

Does LB56 CGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 CGX is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 CGX?
The MOT on LB56 CGX is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 CGX done?
LB56 CGX was recorded at 15,525 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 536 miles a year.
Has LB56 CGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 CGX has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB56 CGX 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 CGX find?
LB56 CGX passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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