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Citroën C3

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LD08 PDXMOT history

LD08 PDX is a blue diesel Citroën C3 first used on 1 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 29 MOT tests, with 143,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2025.

LD08 PDX blue Citroen C3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen C3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2026
Mileage
143,863 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2025
MOT tests
29
15 passed · 14 failed
Per year
8,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 PDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 PDX was last recorded at 143,863 miles on 4 Mar 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,862 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,863 miles
  • 2024 – 138,283 miles
  • 2023 – 133,904 miles
  • 2022 – 119,940 miles
  • 2021 – 110,792 miles
  • 2020 – 106,596 miles
  • 2019 – 99,636 miles
  • 2018 – 87,953 miles
  • 2017 – 80,370 miles
  • 2016 – 72,544 miles
  • 2015 – 62,794 miles
  • 2014 – 55,598 miles
  • 2013 – 47,821 miles
  • 2012 – 39,226 miles
  • 2011 – 29,396 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,863 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement contaminated with oil and deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTurbo/manifold heatshield looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023

  • O/s/r Indicator faded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush contaminated with oil and deteriorated .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Turbo/Manifold heat shield loose. (Noisy)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both shoulders

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,863 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    143,863 miles
    Test number
    844188149346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement contaminated with oil and deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTurbo/manifold heatshield loose
  2. Fail143,862 miles (+5,579)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,862 miles
    Test number
    845365762686
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement contaminated with oil and deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTurbo/manifold heatshield loose
  3. Pass138,283 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    138,283 miles
    Test number
    562728964104
    • AdvisoryO/s/r Indicator faded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush contaminated with oil and deteriorated . (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTurbo/Manifold heat shield loose. (Noisy)
  4. Fail138,283 miles (+4,379)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,283 miles
    Test number
    913815992203
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp faded/poor aim.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r Indicator faded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush contaminated with oil and deteriorated . (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTurbo/Manifold heat shield loose. (Noisy)
  5. Pass133,904 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    133,904 miles
    Test number
    517086364549
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail133,904 miles (+276)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,904 miles
    Test number
    723582901175
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail133,628 miles (+13,688)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,628 miles
    Test number
    305751428078
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit plate 1.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass119,940 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    119,940 miles
    Test number
    864403094800
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail119,938 miles (+9,146)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,938 miles
    Test number
    606860578961
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass110,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    110,792 miles
    Test number
    818498123848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail110,792 miles (+4,196)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,792 miles
    Test number
    126045367514
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  12. Pass106,596 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    106,596 miles
    Test number
    485710814006
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Fail106,596 miles (+6,960)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,596 miles
    Test number
    711128050838
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Pass99,636 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    99,636 miles
    Test number
    704831314454
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel level low.
  15. Fail99,636 miles (+11,683)3 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,636 miles
    Test number
    525366758230
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel level low.
  16. Pass87,953 miles (+7,583)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    87,953 miles
    Test number
    171306426110
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre close to legal limit and wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slight cracking
  17. Pass80,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,370 miles
    Test number
    988506897602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail80,370 miles (+7,826)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,370 miles
    Test number
    898105449242
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  19. Pass72,544 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    72,544 miles
    Test number
    174502099627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre has uneven wear.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wiper smearing screen.
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
  20. Fail72,544 miles (+9,750)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,544 miles
    Test number
    317875863651
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have uneven wear.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wiper smearing screen.
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
  21. Pass62,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,794 miles
    Test number
    799213905155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,794 miles (+7,196)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,794 miles
    Test number
    408433305196
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  23. Pass55,598 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,598 miles
    Test number
    186519694489
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust support strap deteriorating,advise replacement.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  24. Fail55,598 miles (+7,777)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,598 miles
    Test number
    777219294024
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust support strap deteriorating,advise replacement.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  25. Pass47,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,821 miles
    Test number
    505217803139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail47,821 miles (+8,595)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,821 miles
    Test number
    399576403107
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  27. Pass39,226 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,226 miles
    Test number
    869273382008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  28. Fail39,226 miles (+9,830)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,226 miles
    Test number
    999292182076
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  29. Pass29,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    29,396 miles
    Test number
    919090381079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 PDX

Does LD08 PDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 PDX expired on 6 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 PDX?
The MOT on LD08 PDX expired on 6 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 PDX done?
LD08 PDX was recorded at 143,863 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2025, an average of 8,203 miles a year.
Has LD08 PDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 PDX has failed 14 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 PDX 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 LD08 PDX find?
LD08 PDX passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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