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Citroën Xsara

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,587 cc

LR53 TXCMOT history

LR53 TXC is a blue petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 113,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

LR53 TXC blue Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2027
Mileage
113,248 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,339 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 TXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 TXC was last recorded at 113,248 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,243 miles · 14 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,339 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,248 miles
  • 2025 – 111,364 miles
  • 2024 – 109,208 miles
  • 2023 – 107,967 miles
  • 2022 – 106,261 miles
  • 2021 – 104,231 miles
  • 2020 – 103,071 miles
  • 2019 – 100,667 miles
  • 2018 – 96,456 miles
  • 2017 – 90,442 miles
  • 2016 – 85,444 miles
  • 2015 – 81,036 miles
  • 2014 – 75,860 miles
  • 2013 – 70,112 miles
  • 2012 – 64,348 miles
  • 2011 – 59,123 miles
  • 2010 – 52,966 miles
  • 2009 – 46,886 miles
  • 2008 – 39,910 miles
  • 2007 – 33,929 miles
  • 2006 – 26,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,248 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to all rear suspensionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHand brake highRecorded 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.

  • Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2015–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,248 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    113,248 miles
    Test number
    375107742752
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to all rear suspension
    • AdvisoryHand brake high
  2. Fail113,243 miles (+1,879)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,243 miles
    Test number
    243140362537
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to all rear suspension
    • AdvisoryHand brake high
    • AdvisoryN/s/f top suspension mounting noisy
  3. Pass111,364 miles (+2,156)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    111,364 miles
    Test number
    119921232419
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both nearside and offside slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component hose and rack slight misting of oil (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened torsion bar slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  4. Pass109,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    109,208 miles
    Test number
    744660220300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail109,208 miles (+1,241)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,208 miles
    Test number
    209510933217
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass107,967 miles (+1,706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    107,967 miles
    Test number
    376002141473
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  7. Pass106,261 miles (+2,030)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    106,261 miles
    Test number
    249444420418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  8. Pass104,231 miles (+1,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    104,231 miles
    Test number
    361773435151
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  9. Pass103,071 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,071 miles
    Test number
    450643526661
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  10. Fail103,071 miles (+2,404)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,071 miles
    Test number
    328354086339
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  11. Pass100,667 miles (+4,211)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,667 miles
    Test number
    640361182302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,456 miles (+6,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    96,456 miles
    Test number
    856975456876
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  13. Pass90,442 miles (+4,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    90,442 miles
    Test number
    463459739879
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  14. Pass85,444 miles (+4,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    85,444 miles
    Test number
    982831636860
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  15. Pass81,036 miles (+5,176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    81,036 miles
    Test number
    392009865015
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silancer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  16. Pass75,860 miles (+5,748)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    75,860 miles
    Test number
    488443504413
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
  17. Pass70,112 miles (+5,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    70,112 miles
    Test number
    608512183224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass64,348 miles (+5,225)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    64,348 miles
    Test number
    138485172247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,123 miles (+6,157)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,123 miles
    Test number
    177674581277
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn outer edge
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished
  20. Pass52,966 miles (+6,080)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    52,966 miles
    Test number
    593794180242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,886 miles (+6,976)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    46,886 miles
    Test number
    663966699202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,910 miles (+5,981)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,910 miles
    Test number
    984370688285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,929 miles (+7,383)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,929 miles
    Test number
    352048587415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    26,546 miles
    Test number
    861386796257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 TXC

Does LR53 TXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 TXC is valid until 31 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 TXC?
The MOT on LR53 TXC is valid until 31 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 TXC done?
LR53 TXC was recorded at 113,248 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 4,339 miles a year.
Has LR53 TXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 TXC has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 TXC 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 LR53 TXC find?
LR53 TXC passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; general corrosion to all rear suspension; hand brake high.

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