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Citroën Xsara

Beige · Petrol · 2006 · 1,587 cc

LB56 ETUMOT history

LB56 ETU is a beige petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 21 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 146,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2025
Mileage
146,359 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2024
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 ETU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 ETU was last recorded at 146,359 miles on 27 Feb 2024, 140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,219 miles · 21 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
140 miles
Average per year
8,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 146,359 miles
  • 2023 – 140,199 miles
  • 2022 – 134,716 miles
  • 2021 – 123,149 miles
  • 2020 – 118,401 miles
  • 2019 – 110,287 miles
  • 2018 – 104,318 miles
  • 2017 – 95,903 miles
  • 2015 – 85,666 miles
  • 2014 – 68,854 miles
  • 2013 – 52,973 miles
  • 2012 – 41,870 miles
  • 2011 – 35,571 miles
  • 2010 – 29,303 miles
  • 2009 – 22,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,359 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear mount (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Harsh playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Harsh playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust in poor condition

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass146,359 miles (+140)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    146,359 miles
    Test number
    640289915323
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Harsh play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Harsh play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail146,219 miles (+6,020)1 dangerous3 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,219 miles
    Test number
    712298653560
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Harsh play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Harsh play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass140,199 miles (+5,483)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    140,199 miles
    Test number
    949716791663
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides - strong advise
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass134,716 miles (+562)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    134,716 miles
    Test number
    750119430635
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside damage to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail134,154 miles (+11,005)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,154 miles
    Test number
    722165983577
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside damage to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass123,149 miles (+4,748)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    123,149 miles
    Test number
    191543576865
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. Strong advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. Strong advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass118,401 miles (+45)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    118,401 miles
    Test number
    396723556484
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing heavily outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lamp unit damaged

  8. Fail118,356 miles (+8,069)2 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,356 miles
    Test number
    413101999966
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing heavily outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lamp unit damaged

  9. Pass110,287 miles (+5,969)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,287 miles
    Test number
    528431730737
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  10. Pass104,318 miles (+170)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    104,318 miles
    Test number
    821883219048
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket is broken

  11. Fail104,148 miles (+8,245)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,148 miles
    Test number
    713615185597
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket is broken

  12. Pass95,903 miles (+10,237)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    95,903 miles
    Test number
    292034299822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer mounting bracket broken but still adequately supports the exhaust

  13. Pass85,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,666 miles
    Test number
    525012155439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail85,666 miles (+16,812)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,666 miles
    Test number
    699909741352
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail68,854 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,854 miles
    Test number
    105666294252
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Pass68,854 miles (+15,881)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    68,854 miles
    Test number
    528576394207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,973 miles (+11,103)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    52,973 miles
    Test number
    916415413358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,870 miles (+6,299)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,870 miles
    Test number
    408011322313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,571 miles (+6,268)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    35,571 miles
    Test number
    645125811340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,303 miles (+7,296)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    29,303 miles
    Test number
    441865390228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,007 miles (+384)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    22,007 miles
    Test number
    912795999257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail21,623 miles2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,623 miles
    Test number
    972101889223
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB56 ETU

Does LB56 ETU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 ETU expired on 13 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 ETU?
The MOT on LB56 ETU expired on 13 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 ETU done?
LB56 ETU was recorded at 146,359 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2024, an average of 8,670 miles a year.
Has LB56 ETU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 ETU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 ETU 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 ETU find?
LB56 ETU passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2024 with 4 minor defects and 7 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside obligatory mirror slightly loose, and 8 more.

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