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Citroën C3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,360 cc

LD53 KSJMOT history

LD53 KSJ is a blue petrol Citroën C3 first used on 24 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 97,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

LD53 KSJ blue Citroen C3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen C3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
97,615 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,677 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KSJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,360 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 KSJ was last recorded at 97,615 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,615 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,677 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,615 miles
  • 2024 – 91,073 miles
  • 2023 – 42,591 miles
  • 2022 – 37,759 miles
  • 2021 – 30,005 miles
  • 2020 – 26,408 miles
  • 2019 – 24,441 miles
  • 2018 – 22,279 miles
  • 2017 – 20,022 miles
  • 2015 – 19,929 miles
  • 2014 – 19,917 miles
  • 2013 – 19,125 miles
  • 2012 – 18,697 miles
  • 2011 – 18,123 miles
  • 2010 – 16,761 miles
  • 2009 – 14,725 miles
  • 2008 – 12,720 miles
  • 2007 – 10,512 miles
  • 2006 – 8,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,615 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front door strap not connectedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive almost excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside front suspension arm bushes are contaminated with oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive **Almost excessive**

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,615 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    97,615 miles
    Test number
    166649206930
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door strap not connected
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive almost excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,615 miles (+6,542)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,615 miles
    Test number
    112025234525
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to product on lense (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount broken (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door strap not connected
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive almost excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,073 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    91,073 miles
    Test number
    923520374430
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension arm bushes are contaminated with oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive **Almost excessive** (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail91,072 miles (+48,481)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,072 miles
    Test number
    788275298046
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low Headlamp loose (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Deteriorated lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension arm bushes are contaminated with oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive **Almost excessive** (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass42,591 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    42,591 miles
    Test number
    200290994139
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail42,591 miles (+4,832)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,591 miles
    Test number
    299953825206
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass37,759 miles (+7,754)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    37,759 miles
    Test number
    297615319801
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass30,005 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    30,005 miles
    Test number
    884968947614
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail30,002 miles (+3,594)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,002 miles
    Test number
    280538406956
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass26,408 miles (+1,967)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    26,408 miles
    Test number
    262365494658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,441 miles (+2,162)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    24,441 miles
    Test number
    868891486668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,279 miles (+2,257)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    22,279 miles
    Test number
    579185151354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,022 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    20,022 miles
    Test number
    857992549259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    19,929 miles
    Test number
    646635963237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail19,928 miles (+11)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,928 miles
    Test number
    651099524155
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass19,917 miles (+792)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    19,917 miles
    Test number
    716215354246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,125 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    19,125 miles
    Test number
    176426803249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    18,697 miles
    Test number
    578697942227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail18,697 miles (+574)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,697 miles
    Test number
    609777442275
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Fail18,123 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,123 miles
    Test number
    229715341204
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  21. Pass18,123 miles (+1,362)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    18,123 miles
    Test number
    599495741252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail16,761 miles5 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,761 miles
    Test number
    443669930211
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted
    • NoteVehicle tested in wet conditions
    • NoteWheel trims fitted to vehicle

  23. Pass16,761 miles (+2,036)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    16,761 miles
    Test number
    721709430234
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted
    • NoteVehicle tested in wet conditions
    • NoteWheel trims fitted to vehicle

  24. Pass14,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    14,725 miles
    Test number
    350688059431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail14,725 miles (+2,005)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,725 miles
    Test number
    201178459281
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Fail12,720 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,720 miles
    Test number
    131737548230
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  27. Pass12,720 miles (+2,208)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    12,720 miles
    Test number
    240987748261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass10,512 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    10,512 miles
    Test number
    924696247218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass8,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    8,191 miles
    Test number
    514962756225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 KSJ

Does LD53 KSJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 KSJ is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KSJ?
The MOT on LD53 KSJ is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 KSJ done?
LD53 KSJ was recorded at 97,615 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 4,677 miles a year.
Has LD53 KSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KSJ has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 KSJ 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 LD53 KSJ find?
LD53 KSJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front door strap not connected, and 1 more.

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