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Citroën Xsara

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,997 cc

LM03 VMZMOT history

LM03 VMZ is a grey diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 86,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

LM03 VMZ grey Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
86,249 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 VMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 VMZ was last recorded at 86,249 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,194 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
3,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,249 miles
  • 2025 – 83,303 miles
  • 2024 – 80,397 miles
  • 2023 – 77,054 miles
  • 2022 – 74,560 miles
  • 2021 – 71,267 miles
  • 2020 – 68,412 miles
  • 2019 – 65,079 miles
  • 2018 – 59,679 miles
  • 2017 – 53,224 miles
  • 2016 – 49,048 miles
  • 2015 – 48,382 miles
  • 2014 – 46,631 miles
  • 2013 – 44,140 miles
  • 2012 – 39,876 miles
  • 2011 – 36,081 miles
  • 2010 – 31,922 miles
  • 2009 – 28,199 miles
  • 2008 – 24,980 miles
  • 2007 – 21,842 miles
  • 2006 – 18,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,249 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted AND BOTH REAR (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ON LIMIT (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH REAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,249 miles (+55)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    86,249 miles
    Test number
    401467822903
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted AND BOTH REAR (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ON LIMIT (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,194 miles (+2,891)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,194 miles
    Test number
    757856165141
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn BOTH FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted AND BOTH REAR (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ON LIMIT (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass83,303 miles (+2,906)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    83,303 miles
    Test number
    562604704176
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass80,397 miles (+3,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    80,397 miles
    Test number
    995690128708
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,054 miles (+2,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    77,054 miles
    Test number
    719899083431
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    74,560 miles
    Test number
    794194168458
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail74,560 miles (+3,293)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,560 miles
    Test number
    396809621248
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass71,267 miles (+2,855)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    71,267 miles
    Test number
    396487569070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    68,412 miles
    Test number
    965457943668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail68,412 miles (+3,333)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,412 miles
    Test number
    862567472548
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass65,079 miles (+143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    65,079 miles
    Test number
    100061365114
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section deteriating

  12. Fail64,936 miles (+5,257)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,936 miles
    Test number
    156058040984
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions fitted inside out (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation direction (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation direction (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle nearside slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass59,679 miles (+6,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    59,679 miles
    Test number
    626431107424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass53,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    53,224 miles
    Test number
    167540178669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,224 miles (+4,176)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,224 miles
    Test number
    958532228583
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass49,048 miles (+666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,048 miles
    Test number
    963988187690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass48,382 miles (+1,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,382 miles
    Test number
    309014595198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass46,631 miles (+2,491)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,631 miles
    Test number
    517378784167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    44,140 miles
    Test number
    259402593427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,135 miles (+4,259)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,135 miles
    Test number
    969272093104
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass39,876 miles (+3,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,876 miles
    Test number
    229848892411
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass36,081 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    36,081 miles
    Test number
    709716431279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,080 miles (+4,158)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,080 miles
    Test number
    335015131479
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are starting to crack
    • NoteUnable to check rear seat belts due to child seats fitted

  24. Pass31,922 miles (+3,723)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    31,922 miles
    Test number
    754533520271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,199 miles (+3,219)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    28,199 miles
    Test number
    412487819246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,980 miles (+3,138)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    24,980 miles
    Test number
    654787478189
    • NoteN/s washer jet inop

  27. Pass21,842 miles (+3,620)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,842 miles
    Test number
    552243887134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    18,222 miles
    Test number
    662264086147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 VMZ

Does LM03 VMZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 VMZ is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 VMZ?
The MOT on LM03 VMZ is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 VMZ done?
LM03 VMZ was recorded at 86,249 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 3,451 miles a year.
Has LM03 VMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 VMZ has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 VMZ 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 LM03 VMZ find?
LM03 VMZ passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear, and 3 more.

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