Citroën logo

Citroën C3

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,397 cc

S40 OREMOT history

S40 ORE is a red diesel Citroën C3 first used on 28 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 98,854 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

S40 ORE red Citroen C3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen C3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
98,854 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,246 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S40 ORE in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S40 ORE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 ORE was last recorded at 98,854 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,794 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
5,246 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,854 miles
  • 2025 – 94,270 miles
  • 2024 – 91,334 miles
  • 2023 – 82,098 miles
  • 2022 – 74,158 miles
  • 2020 – 73,935 miles
  • 2019 – 71,138 miles
  • 2018 – 63,800 miles
  • 2017 – 56,342 miles
  • 2016 – 53,071 miles
  • 2015 – 48,220 miles
  • 2014 – 38,895 miles
  • 2013 – 31,973 miles
  • 2012 – 22,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,854 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexy pipe. (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Rear axle beam corroded. Not weakened.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Rear Heat shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,854 miles (+60)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    98,854 miles
    Test number
    776553818181
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexy pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle beam corroded. Not weakened.

  2. Fail98,794 miles (+4,524)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,794 miles
    Test number
    227506049689
    • MajorOffside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexy pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle beam corroded. Not weakened.

  3. Pass94,270 miles (+2,936)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    94,270 miles
    Test number
    584800126743
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass91,334 miles (+38)2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,334 miles
    Test number
    390322990302
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smeary (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryCoolant below min
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail91,296 miles (+9,198)1 dangerous2 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,296 miles
    Test number
    406805627567
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm + Damage to inner side wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smeary (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryCoolant below min
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On Limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,098 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,098 miles
    Test number
    610661298614
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle very rusty underneath

  7. Fail82,098 miles (+7,940)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,098 miles
    Test number
    513233668708
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle very rusty underneath

  8. Pass74,158 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    74,158 miles
    Test number
    909368861529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,157 miles (+222)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,157 miles
    Test number
    432886279553
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass73,935 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,935 miles
    Test number
    684382179228
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail73,934 miles (+2,796)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,934 miles
    Test number
    306814971229
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass71,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    71,138 miles
    Test number
    138808909677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Fail71,138 miles (+7,338)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,138 miles
    Test number
    274349347144
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  14. Pass63,800 miles (+7,458)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    63,800 miles
    Test number
    452339753869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,342 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    56,342 miles
    Test number
    863920923675
    • AdvisoryRear tyres both side wearing on inner shoulder

  16. Fail56,342 miles (+3,271)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,342 miles
    Test number
    133187763438
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres both side wearing on inner shoulder

  17. Pass53,071 miles (+4,851)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,071 miles
    Test number
    995034586036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    48,220 miles
    Test number
    667760245254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,220 miles (+9,325)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,220 miles
    Test number
    965690845202
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass38,895 miles (+6,922)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,895 miles
    Test number
    116299174053
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass31,973 miles (+9,345)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    31,973 miles
    Test number
    967887873005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    22,628 miles
    Test number
    368465372015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 ORE

Does S40 ORE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 ORE is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 ORE?
The MOT on S40 ORE is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 ORE done?
S40 ORE was recorded at 98,854 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 5,246 miles a year.
Has S40 ORE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 ORE has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 ORE 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 S40 ORE find?
S40 ORE passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 10 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy pipe.; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

Related registrations

Browse all S40O registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.