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Citroën C3

Gold · Petrol · 2003 · 1,360 cc

M88 DYTMOT history

M88 DYT is a gold petrol Citroën C3 first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2022 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2022.

M88 DYT gold Citroen C3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2022
Mileage
82,937 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,353 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M88 DYT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,360 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

M88 DYT was last recorded at 82,937 miles on 15 Sept 2022, 963 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,974 miles · 22 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
963 miles
Average per year
3,353 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,937 miles
  • 2021 – 81,974 miles
  • 2020 – 79,912 miles
  • 2019 – 77,771 miles
  • 2018 – 75,391 miles
  • 2017 – 72,100 miles
  • 2016 – 66,198 miles
  • 2015 – 57,433 miles
  • 2014 – 49,509 miles
  • 2013 – 49,089 miles
  • 2012 – 47,249 miles
  • 2011 – 45,659 miles
  • 2010 – 43,973 miles
  • 2009 – 41,992 miles
  • 2008 – 39,866 miles
  • 2007 – 37,493 miles
  • 2006 – 27,730 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail82,937 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CHALKED REAR SECTION (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded @ END OF FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail82,937 miles (+963)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,937 miles
    Test number
    537162835727
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CHALKED REAR SECTION (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded @ END OF FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass81,974 miles (+2,062)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,974 miles
    Test number
    867731136747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass79,912 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    79,912 miles
    Test number
    834926736138
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail79,907 miles (+2,136)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,907 miles
    Test number
    957851117493
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass77,771 miles (+20)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,771 miles
    Test number
    420551199426
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail77,751 miles (+2,360)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,751 miles
    Test number
    106004630057
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass75,391 miles (+9)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    75,391 miles
    Test number
    115103133082
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes effort lower than expected (foot brake)

  8. Fail75,382 miles (+3,282)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,382 miles
    Test number
    847840323340
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect maybe due to condensation (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes effort lower than expected (foot brake)

  9. Pass72,100 miles (+5,902)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,100 miles
    Test number
    910940185878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,198 miles (+8,765)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    66,198 miles
    Test number
    469019035908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,433 miles (+7,924)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,433 miles
    Test number
    971163597491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,509 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,509 miles
    Test number
    756164274231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail49,089 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,089 miles
    Test number
    435207493137
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass49,089 miles (+1,840)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,089 miles
    Test number
    518177693113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,249 miles (+1,590)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    47,249 miles
    Test number
    977210452155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,659 miles (+1,686)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,659 miles
    Test number
    717066431140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,973 miles (+1,981)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    43,973 miles
    Test number
    752631440163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,992 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,992 miles
    Test number
    914678149148
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Fail41,992 miles (+2,126)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,992 miles
    Test number
    691958249166
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass39,866 miles (+2,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    39,866 miles
    Test number
    272501358117
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass37,493 miles (+146)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    37,493 miles
    Test number
    390166547168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wipers smearing screen slightly.
    • NoteHigh level auxiliary brake lamp inoperative.

  22. Pass37,347 miles (+9,617)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    37,347 miles
    Test number
    774660597003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,730 miles
    Test number
    540249786056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M88 DYT

Does M88 DYT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M88 DYT expired on 30 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M88 DYT?
The MOT on M88 DYT expired on 30 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M88 DYT done?
M88 DYT was recorded at 82,937 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2022, an average of 3,353 miles a year.
Has M88 DYT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M88 DYT has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on M88 DYT 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 M88 DYT find?
M88 DYT failed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2022 with 6 major defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases chalked rear section; nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded @ end of front to rear, and 3 more.

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