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Citroën Xsara

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,360 cc

R407 KSCMOT history

R407 KSC is a red petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 28 Feb 1998. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 80,808 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2023
Mileage
80,808 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R407 KSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,360 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R407 KSC was last recorded at 80,808 miles on 22 Aug 2022, 399 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,409 miles · 25 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
399 miles
Average per year
1,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 80,808 miles
  • 2021 – 80,409 miles
  • 2020 – 79,817 miles
  • 2019 – 79,334 miles
  • 2018 – 78,559 miles
  • 2017 – 77,590 miles
  • 2016 – 76,327 miles
  • 2015 – 74,844 miles
  • 2014 – 73,615 miles
  • 2013 – 72,476 miles
  • 2012 – 71,285 miles
  • 2011 – 69,736 miles
  • 2010 – 68,055 miles
  • 2009 – 65,573 miles
  • 2008 – 62,375 miles
  • 2007 – 59,175 miles
  • 2006 – 56,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,808 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front foglamp lens damagedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySteering rack damp possible leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Steering rack damp

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front fog lamp lens damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,808 miles (+399)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    80,808 miles
    Test number
    964013569625
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front foglamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack damp possible leak

  2. Pass80,409 miles (+592)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    80,409 miles
    Test number
    236868361115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front foglamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack damp possible leak

  3. Pass79,817 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    79,817 miles
    Test number
    870335782124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front foglamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack damp

  4. Fail79,817 miles (+483)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,817 miles
    Test number
    562717359935
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front foglamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack damp

  5. Pass79,334 miles (+775)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,334 miles
    Test number
    424129475736
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack damp

  6. Pass78,559 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,559 miles
    Test number
    452111956554
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail78,559 miles (+969)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,559 miles
    Test number
    921727406505
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDipstick plastic handle damaged

  8. Pass77,590 miles (+1,263)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,590 miles
    Test number
    696846454084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre outer side wall has slight ripple
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass76,327 miles (+1,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    76,327 miles
    Test number
    977814114426
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass74,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,844 miles
    Test number
    674795621496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail74,844 miles (+1,229)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,844 miles
    Test number
    243407444662
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20" (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22" (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass73,615 miles (+1,139)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    73,615 miles
    Test number
    308563134254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass72,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    72,476 miles
    Test number
    637264133294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,476 miles (+1,191)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,476 miles
    Test number
    587774533243
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass71,285 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    71,285 miles
    Test number
    217004432214
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil on engine
    • NoteR/exhaust box deteriated with minor blow

  16. Fail71,285 miles (+1,549)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,285 miles
    Test number
    678834632281
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteKnocking from front when brakes applied
    • NoteOil on engine

  17. Pass69,736 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    69,736 miles
    Test number
    658384531203
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSpare wheel carrier tied with twine, no wheel int the carrier at the time of testing.

  18. Fail69,735 miles (+1,680)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,735 miles
    Test number
    546454931223
    • FailureNearside Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSpare wheel carrier tied with twine, no wheel int the carrier at the time of testing.

  19. Pass68,055 miles (+2,482)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    68,055 miles
    Test number
    174942230222
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perished within the tread pattern.

  20. Pass65,573 miles (+3,198)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,573 miles
    Test number
    553080039267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,375 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    62,375 miles
    Test number
    703983238207
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail72,375 miles (+13,200)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,375 miles
    Test number
    751133538213
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail59,175 miles5 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,175 miles
    Test number
    343128027204
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine oil leak top[ end
    • NoteFront fog lamp O/S not working

  24. Pass59,175 miles (+2,908)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    59,175 miles
    Test number
    444118927257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine oil leak top[ end
    • NoteFront fog lamp O/S not working

  25. Pass56,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    56,267 miles
    Test number
    563734636241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R407 KSC

Does R407 KSC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R407 KSC expired on 27 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R407 KSC?
The MOT on R407 KSC expired on 27 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R407 KSC done?
R407 KSC was recorded at 80,808 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2022, an average of 1,534 miles a year.
Has R407 KSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R407 KSC has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on R407 KSC 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 R407 KSC find?
R407 KSC passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2022 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 3 more.

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