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Citroën Xsara

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,905 cc

S61 ABAMOT history

S61 ABA is a red diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 18 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 89,069 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
89,069 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S61 ABA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,905 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S61 ABA was last recorded at 89,069 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 8,852 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,217 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,852 miles
Average per year
1,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,069 miles
  • 2025 – 80,217 miles
  • 2024 – 71,809 miles
  • 2023 – 65,429 miles
  • 2022 – 59,862 miles
  • 2021 – 59,830 miles
  • 2020 – 59,348 miles
  • 2019 – 58,950 miles
  • 2017 – 58,729 miles
  • 2015 – 57,749 miles
  • 2014 – 56,619 miles
  • 2013 – 55,924 miles
  • 2012 – 55,333 miles
  • 2011 – 54,647 miles
  • 2010 – 54,036 miles
  • 2009 – 53,178 miles
  • 2008 – 51,993 miles
  • 2007 – 50,688 miles
  • 2006 – 49,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,069 miles
  • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear x2 (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front floors (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,069 miles (+8,852)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    89,069 miles
    Test number
    386996438226
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear x2 (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front floors (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass80,217 miles (+8,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    80,217 miles
    Test number
    937565027282
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass71,809 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    71,809 miles
    Test number
    310322735563
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail71,809 miles (+6,380)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,809 miles
    Test number
    431520444764
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass65,429 miles (+5,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    65,429 miles
    Test number
    753945747342
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass59,862 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    59,862 miles
    Test number
    520635508745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,830 miles (+482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    59,830 miles
    Test number
    608098753417
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass59,348 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,348 miles
    Test number
    508745188125
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail59,348 miles (+398)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,348 miles
    Test number
    922289981327
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake noisey

  10. Pass58,950 miles (+221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    58,950 miles
    Test number
    716860140720
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass58,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    58,729 miles
    Test number
    841540449342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,729 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,729 miles
    Test number
    781162482122
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

  13. Fail58,729 miles (+463)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,729 miles
    Test number
    706733703031
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass58,266 miles (+517)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    58,266 miles
    Test number
    338408902197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass57,749 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    57,749 miles
    Test number
    344727349908
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

  16. Fail57,749 miles (+525)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,749 miles
    Test number
    136298649529
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass57,224 miles (+605)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    57,224 miles
    Test number
    558766705005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass56,619 miles (+695)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    56,619 miles
    Test number
    416778104048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass55,924 miles (+591)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    55,924 miles
    Test number
    116253203089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,333 miles (+686)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    55,333 miles
    Test number
    995720512055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,647 miles (+611)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    54,647 miles
    Test number
    186257901078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,036 miles (+858)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,036 miles
    Test number
    970648800031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    53,178 miles
    Test number
    781649309065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,178 miles (+1,185)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,178 miles
    Test number
    653389609050
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass51,993 miles (+1,305)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    51,993 miles
    Test number
    711447508029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,688 miles (+1,018)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    50,688 miles
    Test number
    363248707057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass49,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    49,670 miles
    Test number
    483050316071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail49,670 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,670 miles
    Test number
    191749006030
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about S61 ABA

Does S61 ABA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S61 ABA is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S61 ABA?
The MOT on S61 ABA is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S61 ABA done?
S61 ABA was recorded at 89,069 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 1,966 miles a year.
Has S61 ABA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S61 ABA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S61 ABA 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 S61 ABA find?
S61 ABA passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear x2; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front floors; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills, and 4 more.

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