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Citroën C3

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

LM59 LFAMOT history

LM59 LFA is a black diesel Citroën C3 first used on 7 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 104,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

LM59 LFA black Citroen C3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen C3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
104,668 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,823 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM59 LFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
7 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM59 LFA was last recorded at 104,668 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 64 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,604 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
64 miles
Average per year
6,823 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,668 miles
  • 2025 – 99,433 miles
  • 2024 – 94,755 miles
  • 2023 – 90,708 miles
  • 2022 – 84,709 miles
  • 2021 – 79,724 miles
  • 2020 – 74,972 miles
  • 2019 – 68,727 miles
  • 2017 – 63,828 miles
  • 2016 – 53,247 miles
  • 2015 – 43,119 miles
  • 2014 – 32,068 miles
  • 2012 – 13,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,668 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,668 miles (+64)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    104,668 miles
    Test number
    812814923084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail104,604 miles (+5,171)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,604 miles
    Test number
    560626510478
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,433 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    99,433 miles
    Test number
    714063373035
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail99,427 miles (+4,672)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,427 miles
    Test number
    362737601236
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass94,755 miles (+4,047)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    94,755 miles
    Test number
    153059217544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass90,708 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,708 miles
    Test number
    951694670229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

  7. Fail90,697 miles (+5,988)1 dangerous2 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,697 miles
    Test number
    191060864966
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

  8. Pass84,709 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    84,709 miles
    Test number
    313396992146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre fitted incorrect way round on rim
    • AdvisoryOuter casing damaged on centre rear seat belt

  9. Fail84,709 miles (+4,985)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,709 miles
    Test number
    821453073146
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre fitted incorrect way round on rim
    • AdvisoryOuter casing damaged on centre rear seat belt

  10. Pass79,724 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    79,724 miles
    Test number
    709197646854
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail79,724 miles (+4,752)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,724 miles
    Test number
    658095694729
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn link rod ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass74,972 miles (+6,245)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,972 miles
    Test number
    709234882098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,727 miles (+4,899)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    68,727 miles
    Test number
    728451836248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,828 miles (+10,581)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    63,828 miles
    Test number
    242415931658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,247 miles (+10,128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    53,247 miles
    Test number
    943168795501
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass43,119 miles (+11,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    43,119 miles
    Test number
    864839647793
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Slightly Perished.

  17. Pass32,068 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    32,068 miles
    Test number
    136615944250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail32,068 miles (+4,550)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,068 miles
    Test number
    865635444261
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass27,518 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    27,518 miles
    Test number
    629899464041
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  20. Fail27,518 miles (+13,724)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,518 miles
    Test number
    588949764099
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  21. Pass13,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    13,794 miles
    Test number
    366119582238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail13,790 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,790 miles
    Test number
    749639482224
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LM59 LFA

Does LM59 LFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM59 LFA is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM59 LFA?
The MOT on LM59 LFA is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM59 LFA done?
LM59 LFA was recorded at 104,668 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 6,823 miles a year.
Has LM59 LFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM59 LFA has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM59 LFA 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 LM59 LFA find?
LM59 LFA passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside side repeater slightly discoloured; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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