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Citroën Xsara

Purple · Petrol · 2002 · 1,587 cc

LX02 YVMMOT history

LX02 YVM is a purple petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 30 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 115,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2022.

LX02 YVM purple Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2022
Mileage
115,053 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 YVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX02 YVM was last recorded at 115,053 miles on 18 Feb 2022, 3,621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,432 miles · 24 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
3,621 miles
Average per year
6,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 115,053 miles
  • 2021 – 111,432 miles
  • 2020 – 107,986 miles
  • 2019 – 104,541 miles
  • 2018 – 97,802 miles
  • 2017 – 91,145 miles
  • 2016 – 81,150 miles
  • 2015 – 74,496 miles
  • 2014 – 66,548 miles
  • 2013 – 59,042 miles
  • 2012 – 51,244 miles
  • 2011 – 44,853 miles
  • 2010 – 40,816 miles
  • 2009 – 33,696 miles
  • 2008 – 26,529 miles
  • 2007 – 22,300 miles
  • 2006 – 18,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,053 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From brake compenstator to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring fouling inner wheel arch
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Door check strap stiff
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail115,053 miles (+3,621)3 major1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,053 miles
    Test number
    142598182901
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From brake compenstator to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring fouling inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door check strap stiff
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass111,432 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    111,432 miles
    Test number
    299941503781
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail111,432 miles (+3,446)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,432 miles
    Test number
    708195097677
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass107,986 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    107,986 miles
    Test number
    765813049397
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated also slight play in joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail107,986 miles (+3,445)1 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,986 miles
    Test number
    733161862573
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated also slight play in joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass104,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    104,541 miles
    Test number
    833028752329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail104,541 miles (+6,739)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,541 miles
    Test number
    990722985223
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass97,802 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    97,802 miles
    Test number
    344750991022
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Fail97,802 miles (+6,657)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,802 miles
    Test number
    219539988590
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working All lamps (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass91,145 miles (+9,995)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    91,145 miles
    Test number
    245056541305
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Pass81,150 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    81,150 miles
    Test number
    155691136375
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on the edges & perished
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seatbelt

  12. Fail81,150 miles (+6,654)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,150 miles
    Test number
    876934856932
    • FailureNearside 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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on the edges & perished
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seatbelt

  13. Pass74,496 miles (+7,948)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,496 miles
    Test number
    296307455074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront tyres worn on the edges
    • NoteRear tyres perished and cracked

  14. Pass66,548 miles (+7,506)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    66,548 miles
    Test number
    427097354050
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack

  15. Pass59,042 miles (+7,798)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,042 miles
    Test number
    818212453015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,244 miles (+6,391)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,244 miles
    Test number
    619196852010
    • NoteFront lower arm bushes small splits
    • NoteSlight exhaust leaks
    • NoteVery slight play o/s swivel

  17. Pass44,853 miles (+4,037)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,853 miles
    Test number
    996996661032
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass40,816 miles (+7,120)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,816 miles
    Test number
    914499370103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,696 miles (+7,167)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    33,696 miles
    Test number
    152740799194
    • NoteNear side&o/s/front tyre has slight cut

  20. Pass26,529 miles (+4,229)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    26,529 miles
    Test number
    690416338114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,300 miles (+3,791)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    22,300 miles
    Test number
    722144127194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    18,509 miles
    Test number
    390358636119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail18,509 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,509 miles
    Test number
    282467816121
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about LX02 YVM

Does LX02 YVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 YVM expired on 6 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 YVM?
The MOT on LX02 YVM expired on 6 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 YVM done?
LX02 YVM was recorded at 115,053 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2022, an average of 6,105 miles a year.
Has LX02 YVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 YVM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LX02 YVM 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 LX02 YVM find?
LX02 YVM failed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2022 with 3 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush; offside front macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 11 more.

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