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Citroën Xsara

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,997 cc

LC53 EVXMOT history

LC53 EVX is a silver petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 5 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 89,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LC53 EVX silver Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
89,648 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 EVX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC53 EVX was last recorded at 89,648 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 2,778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,870 miles · 1 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,778 miles
Average per year
4,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,648 miles
  • 2024 – 86,870 miles
  • 2023 – 83,518 miles
  • 2022 – 80,603 miles
  • 2021 – 77,258 miles
  • 2020 – 74,201 miles
  • 2019 – 71,191 miles
  • 2018 – 66,995 miles
  • 2017 – 63,844 miles
  • 2016 – 62,730 miles
  • 2015 – 60,190 miles
  • 2014 – 54,473 miles
  • 2013 – 43,469 miles
  • 2012 – 35,299 miles
  • 2011 – 30,986 miles
  • 2010 – 27,217 miles
  • 2009 – 23,406 miles
  • 2008 – 17,787 miles
  • 2007 – 13,923 miles
  • 2006 – 10,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,648 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear axle beem corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,648 miles (+2,778)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    89,648 miles
    Test number
    733683970613
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass86,870 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    86,870 miles
    Test number
    907385838984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail86,870 miles (+3,352)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,870 miles
    Test number
    488624013206
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass83,518 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    83,518 miles
    Test number
    406061269448
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail83,518 miles (+2,915)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,518 miles
    Test number
    527656973549
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass80,603 miles (+3,345)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    80,603 miles
    Test number
    303394593539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,258 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    77,258 miles
    Test number
    827440754852
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail77,258 miles (+3,057)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,258 miles
    Test number
    593971168748
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass74,201 miles (+3,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,201 miles
    Test number
    430588898698
    • AdvisoryRear axle beem corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car signs of corrosion

  10. Pass71,191 miles (+4,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,191 miles
    Test number
    393205077329
    • AdvisoryRear axle beem corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car signs of corrosion

  11. Pass66,995 miles (+3,151)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    66,995 miles
    Test number
    985457573555
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axe beam corroded
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion on the underide of car

  12. Pass63,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    63,844 miles
    Test number
    295842336446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Fail63,844 miles (+1,114)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,844 miles
    Test number
    614954900862
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass62,730 miles (+2,540)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    62,730 miles
    Test number
    175990431429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass60,190 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    60,190 miles
    Test number
    602046898816
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryGeneral condition of rear suspension / brkae components (rusty) .

  16. Fail60,190 miles (+5,717)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,190 miles
    Test number
    819910156378
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryGeneral condition of rear suspension / brkae components (rusty) .

  17. Pass54,473 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    54,473 miles
    Test number
    468092954461
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  18. Fail54,473 miles (+11,004)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,473 miles
    Test number
    137022554322
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  19. Fail43,469 miles3 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,469 miles
    Test number
    739576443387
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCondition of rear exhaust box .

  20. Pass43,469 miles (+8,170)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    43,469 miles
    Test number
    945656143306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCondition of rear exhaust box .

  21. Pass35,299 miles (+59)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    35,299 miles
    Test number
    867643752305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail35,240 miles (+4,254)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,240 miles
    Test number
    417679642417
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront side wall cracks .
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread cracks .

  23. Pass30,986 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    30,986 miles
    Test number
    239186041387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail30,986 miles (+3,769)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,986 miles
    Test number
    935966641371
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass27,217 miles (+3,811)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    27,217 miles
    Test number
    942269940333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,406 miles (+5,619)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    23,406 miles
    Test number
    452528549453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,787 miles (+3,864)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    17,787 miles
    Test number
    530114648343
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass13,923 miles (+3,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    13,923 miles
    Test number
    981938137344
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass10,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    10,153 miles
    Test number
    430968396288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC53 EVX

Does LC53 EVX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC53 EVX is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC53 EVX?
The MOT on LC53 EVX is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC53 EVX done?
LC53 EVX was recorded at 89,648 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 4,177 miles a year.
Has LC53 EVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 EVX has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LC53 EVX 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 LC53 EVX find?
LC53 EVX passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 2 more.

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