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Citroën C3

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,360 cc

LX52 RFOMOT history

LX52 RFO is a red petrol Citroën C3 first used on 2 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 56,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

LX52 RFO red Citroen C3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen C3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
56,987 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 RFO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,360 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 RFO was last recorded at 56,987 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Mar 2021: 52,125 miles, lower than 55,995 miles on 26 Mar 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
56,199 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
788 miles
Average per year
1,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,987 miles
  • 2025 – 56,199 miles
  • 2024 – 55,395 miles
  • 2023 – 54,515 miles
  • 2022 – 53,456 miles
  • 2021 – 52,125 miles
  • 2020 – 55,995 miles
  • 2019 – 49,753 miles
  • 2018 – 48,697 miles
  • 2017 – 47,960 miles
  • 2016 – 44,651 miles
  • 2015 – 43,815 miles
  • 2014 – 42,833 miles
  • 2013 – 40,824 miles
  • 2012 – 37,884 miles
  • 2011 – 35,124 miles
  • 2009 – 32,388 miles
  • 2008 – 29,972 miles
  • 2007 – 27,538 miles
  • 2006 – 25,027 miles
  • 2005 – 22,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,987 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front disks worn & lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play & lower boot perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald & cracked (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play & upper boot perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald & cracked (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,987 miles (+788)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    56,987 miles
    Test number
    697895705235
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front disks worn & lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play & lower boot perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald & cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play & upper boot perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald & cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass56,199 miles (+804)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    56,199 miles
    Test number
    581522046775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass55,395 miles (+880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    55,395 miles
    Test number
    831639012652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass54,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    54,515 miles
    Test number
    839105666132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail54,515 miles (+1,059)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,515 miles
    Test number
    743517465033
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass53,456 miles (+1,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    53,456 miles
    Test number
    119405351472
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass52,125 miles (-3,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    52,125 miles
    Test number
    556701323615
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass55,995 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    55,995 miles
    Test number
    171367716065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail55,991 miles (+6,238)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,991 miles
    Test number
    268900976418
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass49,753 miles (+1,056)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    49,753 miles
    Test number
    441793204617
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass48,697 miles (+737)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,697 miles
    Test number
    525651047492
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  12. Pass47,960 miles (+3,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    47,960 miles
    Test number
    693097915302
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass44,651 miles (+836)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    44,651 miles
    Test number
    274739952275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,815 miles
    Test number
    196074985450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,812 miles (+979)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,812 miles
    Test number
    565704485066
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass42,833 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    42,833 miles
    Test number
    746511394024
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDipstick end missing
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inside edges

  17. Fail42,833 miles (+2,009)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,833 miles
    Test number
    288820594046
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteDipstick end missing
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inside edges

  18. Pass40,824 miles (+1)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    40,824 miles
    Test number
    456820873069
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteDipstick end missing
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on inside edge

  19. Fail40,823 miles (+2,939)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,823 miles
    Test number
    829288263002
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteDipstick end missing
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on inside edge

  20. Pass37,884 miles (+2,760)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    37,884 miles
    Test number
    696374512030
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass35,124 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    35,124 miles
    Test number
    937275021093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,098 miles (+2,710)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,098 miles
    Test number
    588272721013
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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)
    • NoteBonnet stay missing
    • NoteN/s/r tyre badly perishing on sidewall and on legal limit

  23. Pass32,388 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    32,388 miles
    Test number
    491536219358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,381 miles (+2,409)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,381 miles
    Test number
    563295519300
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass29,972 miles (+2,434)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,972 miles
    Test number
    810799928360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,538 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    27,538 miles
    Test number
    911582847320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail27,533 miles (+2,506)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,533 miles
    Test number
    142341247396
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass25,027 miles (+2,382)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,027 miles
    Test number
    570014886290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass22,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    22,645 miles
    Test number
    364690185286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 RFO

Does LX52 RFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 RFO is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 RFO?
The MOT on LX52 RFO is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 RFO done?
LX52 RFO was recorded at 56,987 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 1,675 miles a year.
Has LX52 RFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 RFO has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LX52 RFO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Mar 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX52 RFO find?
LX52 RFO passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 14 advisories: central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both front disks worn & lipped; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play & lower boot perished, and 11 more.

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