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Citroën DS3

Red and Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

LC61 KVEMOT history

LC61 KVE is a red and black diesel Citroën DS3 first used on 19 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 126,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

LC61 KVE red Citroen DS3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen DS3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
126,434 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 KVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
DS3
Colour
Red and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 KVE was last recorded at 126,434 miles on 13 May 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,420 miles · 11 May 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
7,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,434 miles
  • 2025 – 119,669 miles
  • 2024 – 114,525 miles
  • 2023 – 100,659 miles
  • 2022 – 90,817 miles
  • 2021 – 80,342 miles
  • 2020 – 72,722 miles
  • 2019 – 61,244 miles
  • 2018 – 56,394 miles
  • 2017 – 50,329 miles
  • 2015 – 40,176 miles
  • 2014 – 33,711 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,434 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Child seat. (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Heatshield insecure.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Child seat belt.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,434 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    126,434 miles
    Test number
    846795107391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Child seat. (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail126,420 miles (+6,751)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,420 miles
    Test number
    216390627958
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Child seat. (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass119,669 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    119,669 miles
    Test number
    990327136194
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Child seat belt. (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Fail119,662 miles (+5,137)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,662 miles
    Test number
    318253790978
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Child seat belt. (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass114,525 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    114,525 miles
    Test number
    909785602736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,248 miles (+13,589)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,248 miles
    Test number
    744304721343
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass100,659 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    100,659 miles
    Test number
    469625188616
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail100,641 miles (+9,824)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,641 miles
    Test number
    790780485903
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass90,817 miles (+10,475)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    90,817 miles
    Test number
    505662268080
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass80,342 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    80,342 miles
    Test number
    383209890600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail80,338 miles (+7,616)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,338 miles
    Test number
    796353233593
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass72,722 miles (+11,478)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    72,722 miles
    Test number
    253220734998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,244 miles (+4,850)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    61,244 miles
    Test number
    784456037365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,394 miles (+6,065)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    56,394 miles
    Test number
    635505858096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,329 miles (+3,282)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    50,329 miles
    Test number
    687115282976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,047 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    47,047 miles
    Test number
    373173929082
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit flat spot (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail47,047 miles (+6,871)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,047 miles
    Test number
    699809438073
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit flat spot (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass40,176 miles (+6,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    40,176 miles
    Test number
    937941427767
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  19. Pass33,711 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    33,711 miles
    Test number
    769751084274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged/kerbed but not to the cords-monitor or renew.

Questions about LC61 KVE

Does LC61 KVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 KVE is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 KVE?
The MOT on LC61 KVE is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 KVE done?
LC61 KVE was recorded at 126,434 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 7,997 miles a year.
Has LC61 KVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 KVE has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 KVE 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 LC61 KVE find?
LC61 KVE passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front upper macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 2 more.

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