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Citroën Xsara

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,749 cc

LD53 WFFMOT history

LD53 WFF is a blue petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 178,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2022.

LD53 WFF blue Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2023
Mileage
178,432 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,961 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 WFF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,749 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 WFF was last recorded at 178,432 miles on 21 Oct 2022, 141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,291 miles · 12 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
141 miles
Average per year
8,961 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 178,432 miles
  • 2021 – 172,126 miles
  • 2020 – 167,499 miles
  • 2019 – 162,276 miles
  • 2018 – 152,633 miles
  • 2017 – 142,974 miles
  • 2016 – 131,123 miles
  • 2015 – 120,097 miles
  • 2014 – 109,404 miles
  • 2013 – 100,389 miles
  • 2012 – 92,056 miles
  • 2011 – 84,872 miles
  • 2010 – 78,225 miles
  • 2009 – 69,688 miles
  • 2008 – 58,723 miles
  • 2007 – 48,106 miles
  • 2006 – 33,920 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,432 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low on edgesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryEngine dampRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryN/s track rod end has slight playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryO/s number plate light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Minor oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • O/s/f track rod end play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both rear brake hose pipe has cracks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Centre exhaust has slight blow

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,432 miles (+141)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    178,432 miles
    Test number
    846956518040
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low on edges
    • AdvisoryEngine damp
    • AdvisoryN/s track rod end has slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s number plate light not working

  2. Fail178,291 miles (+6,165)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,291 miles
    Test number
    894691184598
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlight lenses poor (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low on edges
    • AdvisoryEngine damp
    • AdvisoryN/s track rod end has slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s number plate light not working

  3. Pass172,126 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    172,126 miles
    Test number
    291757580996
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/f track rod end play

  4. Fail172,126 miles (+4,627)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,126 miles
    Test number
    976049544048
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/f track rod end play

  5. Pass167,499 miles (+5,223)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    167,499 miles
    Test number
    747832724228
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth track rod end slight lay

  6. Pass162,276 miles (+9,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    162,276 miles
    Test number
    669586696168
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low on edges- change soon

  7. Pass152,633 miles (+129)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    152,633 miles
    Test number
    883181106730
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hose pipe has cracks
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust has slight blow
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake pipe corroded

  8. Fail152,504 miles (+9,530)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,504 miles
    Test number
    205902938228
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hose pipe has cracks
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust has slight blow
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake pipe corroded

  9. Pass142,974 miles (+11,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    142,974 miles
    Test number
    792560226645
    • AdvisorySlight movement front anti roll bar drop links

  10. Pass131,123 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    131,123 miles
    Test number
    930017230232
    • AdvisoryFront pads very low
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 2mm

  11. Fail131,123 miles (+11,026)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,123 miles
    Test number
    656742893666
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront pads very low
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 2mm

  12. Pass120,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    120,097 miles
    Test number
    388793202206
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe from reservoir damp

  13. Fail120,097 miles (+10,693)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,097 miles
    Test number
    800925947174
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. 1856515 (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe from reservoir damp

  14. Pass109,404 miles (+9,015)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    109,404 miles
    Test number
    736466274212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail100,389 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,389 miles
    Test number
    435118173218
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f steering arm has slight play

  16. Pass100,389 miles (+8,333)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    100,389 miles
    Test number
    509978173272
    • NoteO/s/f steering arm has slight play

  17. Pass92,056 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    92,056 miles
    Test number
    596364882207
    • NoteAdvisorys on refusal certificate

  18. Fail92,056 miles (+7,184)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,056 miles
    Test number
    487974882274
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  19. Pass84,872 miles (+59)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    84,872 miles
    Test number
    195974781234
    • NoteBrake pedal has slight movement side to side
    • NoteSlight rear brake judder, front inbalance high

  20. Fail84,813 miles (+6,588)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,813 miles
    Test number
    936119971219
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBrake pedal has slight movement side to side
    • NoteSlight rear brake judder, front inbalance high

  21. Pass78,225 miles (+8,537)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    78,225 miles
    Test number
    213459670296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass69,688 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    69,688 miles
    Test number
    312883679263
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail69,688 miles (+10,965)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,688 miles
    Test number
    181653579227
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass58,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    58,723 miles
    Test number
    872829988254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,723 miles (+10,617)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,723 miles
    Test number
    350688388278
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass48,106 miles (+14,186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    48,106 miles
    Test number
    661438187224
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass33,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    33,920 miles
    Test number
    803128346245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 WFF

Does LD53 WFF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 WFF expired on 20 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 WFF?
The MOT on LD53 WFF expired on 20 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 WFF done?
LD53 WFF was recorded at 178,432 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2022, an average of 8,961 miles a year.
Has LD53 WFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 WFF has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 WFF 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 WFF find?
LD53 WFF passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2022 with 4 advisories: both front tyres wearing low on edges; engine damp; n/s track rod end has slight play, and 1 more.

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