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Citroën Xsara

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 1,905 cc

R331 DCPMOT history

R331 DCP is a red diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 24 Feb 1998. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 60,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2026
Mileage
60,423 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R331 DCP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,905 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
24 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

R331 DCP was last recorded at 60,423 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 8,828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,595 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,828 miles
Average per year
1,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,423 miles
  • 2025 – 51,595 miles
  • 2024 – 51,142 miles
  • 2023 – 49,857 miles
  • 2022 – 49,138 miles
  • 2021 – 48,353 miles
  • 2020 – 47,432 miles
  • 2019 – 46,183 miles
  • 2018 – 46,147 miles
  • 2017 – 45,917 miles
  • 2016 – 45,531 miles
  • 2015 – 45,197 miles
  • 2014 – 44,463 miles
  • 2013 – 44,172 miles
  • 2012 – 43,586 miles
  • 2011 – 42,794 miles
  • 2010 – 41,962 miles
  • 2009 – 40,749 miles
  • 2008 – 38,922 miles
  • 2007 – 36,954 miles
  • 2006 – 33,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail60,423 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill corroded and holed . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes both sides . (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides . (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine . (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills both sides corroded . (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail60,423 miles (+8,828)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,423 miles
    Test number
    405683805599
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill corroded and holed . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes both sides . (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides . (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine . (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills both sides corroded . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass51,595 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    51,595 miles
    Test number
    763727103080
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail51,594 miles (+452)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,594 miles
    Test number
    284746249794
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass51,142 miles (+534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    51,142 miles
    Test number
    170266606257
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass50,608 miles (+751)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    50,608 miles
    Test number
    166102770606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass49,857 miles (+719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    49,857 miles
    Test number
    555221143950
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass49,138 miles (+785)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    49,138 miles
    Test number
    637232734915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,353 miles (+921)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    48,353 miles
    Test number
    898005910734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,432 miles (+1,249)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    47,432 miles
    Test number
    160833803585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,183 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    46,183 miles
    Test number
    226112625377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,147 miles (+230)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    46,147 miles
    Test number
    438823801920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,917 miles (+386)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    45,917 miles
    Test number
    220769437224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,531 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    45,531 miles
    Test number
    523208011949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,197 miles (+734)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    45,197 miles
    Test number
    687177015116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,463 miles (+291)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    44,463 miles
    Test number
    206073034489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,172 miles (+586)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    44,172 miles
    Test number
    368878323109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,586 miles
    Test number
    865194222135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail43,586 miles (+792)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,586 miles
    Test number
    138844522193
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass42,794 miles (+832)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    42,794 miles
    Test number
    648543221126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,962 miles (+1,213)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    41,962 miles
    Test number
    602627020102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,749 miles (+1,827)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,749 miles
    Test number
    123847729173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,922 miles (+1,968)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,922 miles
    Test number
    823788428147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,954 miles (+3,220)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    36,954 miles
    Test number
    332125237149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,734 miles
    Test number
    352392936064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R331 DCP

Does R331 DCP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R331 DCP is valid until 24 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on R331 DCP?
The MOT on R331 DCP is valid until 24 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R331 DCP done?
R331 DCP was recorded at 60,423 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 1,289 miles a year.
Has R331 DCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R331 DCP has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on R331 DCP 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 R331 DCP find?
R331 DCP failed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill corroded and holed .; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides ., and 4 more.

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