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Citroën Saxo

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,587 cc

LX53 THFMOT history

LX53 THF is a grey petrol Citroën Saxo first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 100,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
100,215 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 THF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Saxo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 THF was last recorded at 100,215 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 2,611 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,604 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,611 miles
Average per year
3,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,215 miles
  • 2025 – 97,604 miles
  • 2024 – 97,589 miles
  • 2023 – 95,925 miles
  • 2022 – 94,099 miles
  • 2021 – 91,544 miles
  • 2020 – 89,650 miles
  • 2019 – 84,151 miles
  • 2018 – 77,332 miles
  • 2017 – 71,441 miles
  • 2016 – 67,440 miles
  • 2015 – 65,087 miles
  • 2014 – 59,728 miles
  • 2013 – 57,460 miles
  • 2011 – 57,199 miles
  • 2010 – 54,149 miles
  • 2009 – 51,721 miles
  • 2008 – 47,824 miles
  • 2007 – 35,504 miles
  • 2006 – 24,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,215 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,215 miles (+2,611)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    100,215 miles
    Test number
    166183821497
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass97,604 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    97,604 miles
    Test number
    469475065750
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail97,589 miles (+1,664)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,589 miles
    Test number
    355482709405
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass95,925 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    95,925 miles
    Test number
    446963103460
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail95,925 miles (+1,826)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,925 miles
    Test number
    528046134292
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass94,099 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    94,099 miles
    Test number
    917718071834
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail94,099 miles (+2,555)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,099 miles
    Test number
    396920248412
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass91,544 miles (+1,894)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    91,544 miles
    Test number
    943455769938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,650 miles (+5,499)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,650 miles
    Test number
    790337913488
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass84,151 miles (+6,819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,151 miles
    Test number
    664970159427
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres age cracking, not showing cords

  11. Pass77,332 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    77,332 miles
    Test number
    507558727679
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surfaces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres age cracking, not showing cords

  12. Fail77,332 miles (+5,891)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,332 miles
    Test number
    745760407617
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surfaces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres age cracking, not showing cords

  13. Pass71,441 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,441 miles
    Test number
    252213850307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc inner surface corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre age cracking, not showing cords
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail71,441 miles (+4,001)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,441 miles
    Test number
    699117192597
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc inner surface corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre age cracking, not showing cords
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass67,440 miles (+2,353)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,440 miles
    Test number
    947552824169
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre age cracking, not showing cords
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs inner surfaces corroded

  16. Pass65,087 miles (+5,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    65,087 miles
    Test number
    608801785115
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass59,728 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,728 miles
    Test number
    749092284195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,724 miles (+2,264)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,724 miles
    Test number
    655987194017
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Pass57,460 miles (+261)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,460 miles
    Test number
    987548093083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,199 miles (+3,050)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    57,199 miles
    Test number
    909184471272
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear brake discs

  21. Pass54,149 miles (+2,428)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    54,149 miles
    Test number
    382841870210
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAir bag light on !

  22. Pass51,721 miles (+3,897)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    51,721 miles
    Test number
    801835169218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail47,824 miles4 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,824 miles
    Test number
    250707278286
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  24. Pass47,824 miles (+12,320)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    47,824 miles
    Test number
    281607078272
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  25. Pass35,504 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    35,504 miles
    Test number
    121721157261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail35,504 miles (+11,008)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,504 miles
    Test number
    223081957223
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail24,496 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,496 miles
    Test number
    254000566251
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass24,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,496 miles
    Test number
    572000666266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 THF

Does LX53 THF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX53 THF is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX53 THF?
The MOT on LX53 THF is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX53 THF done?
LX53 THF was recorded at 100,215 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 3,915 miles a year.
Has LX53 THF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 THF has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LX53 THF 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 LX53 THF find?
LX53 THF passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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