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Citroën C3

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,398 cc

LE57 BXUMOT history

LE57 BXU is a grey diesel Citroën C3 first used on 29 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 76,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

LE57 BXU grey Citroen C3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen C3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jan 2027
Mileage
76,419 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 BXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 BXU was last recorded at 76,419 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 11,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,312 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,107 miles
Average per year
4,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,419 miles
  • 2025 – 65,312 miles
  • 2024 – 54,427 miles
  • 2022 – 47,428 miles
  • 2020 – 41,924 miles
  • 2019 – 35,272 miles
  • 2018 – 30,605 miles
  • 2017 – 23,305 miles
  • 2016 – 22,643 miles
  • 2015 – 20,824 miles
  • 2014 – 18,490 miles
  • 2013 – 14,549 miles
  • 2012 – 11,704 miles
  • 2011 – 9,446 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,419 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Cable tie starting to stretch (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone inner bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone inner bushes splitting x (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox covered (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,419 miles (+11,107)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    76,419 miles
    Test number
    962602714997
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Cable tie starting to stretch (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone inner bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone inner bushes splitting x (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox covered (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass65,312 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    65,312 miles
    Test number
    104910065088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front and rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner worn outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald outer 2mm and cracking badly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front and rear bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail65,312 miles (+10,885)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,312 miles
    Test number
    595852470605
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Hole to cord. 175/65r14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front and rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner worn outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald outer 2mm and cracking badly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front and rear bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass54,427 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    54,427 miles
    Test number
    561403544275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front and rear bushes starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail54,427 miles (+6,999)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,427 miles
    Test number
    905408136411
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Incorrectly fitted bulb (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front and rear bushes starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass47,428 miles (+1,832)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    47,428 miles
    Test number
    864397256756
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective judders (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper top mount bearing rough
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass45,596 miles (+3,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    45,596 miles
    Test number
    599467177825
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass41,924 miles (+6,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    41,924 miles
    Test number
    924182904201
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass35,272 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    35,272 miles
    Test number
    511143755172
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail35,272 miles (+4,667)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,272 miles
    Test number
    304680385694
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass30,605 miles (+7,300)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    30,605 miles
    Test number
    730650687824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,305 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    23,305 miles
    Test number
    793982254924
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light inop

  13. Fail23,305 miles (+662)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,305 miles
    Test number
    926777681087
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light inop

  14. Pass22,643 miles (+1,819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    22,643 miles
    Test number
    863433483514
    • AdvisoryCut nearside front tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass20,824 miles (+2,334)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    20,824 miles
    Test number
    146740115043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,490 miles (+3,941)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    18,490 miles
    Test number
    315281314093
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre cracked on outer sidewall
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass14,549 miles (+2,845)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    14,549 miles
    Test number
    377564613062
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass11,704 miles (+2,258)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    11,704 miles
    Test number
    259192612030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail9,446 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,446 miles
    Test number
    365038411074
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass9,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    9,446 miles
    Test number
    478788111083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 BXU

Does LE57 BXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 BXU is valid until 3 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 BXU?
The MOT on LE57 BXU is valid until 3 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 BXU done?
LE57 BXU was recorded at 76,419 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 4,478 miles a year.
Has LE57 BXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 BXU has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LE57 BXU 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 LE57 BXU find?
LE57 BXU passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cable tie starting to stretch; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bushes splitting; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bushes splitting x, and 1 more.

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