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Citroën DS3

Bronze · Diesel · 2013 · 1,560 cc

T21 GSLMOT history

T21 GSL is a bronze diesel Citroën DS3 first used on 30 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 159,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
159,532 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
14,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 GSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
DS3
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
30 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 GSL was last recorded at 159,532 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,517 miles · 22 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
14,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,532 miles
  • 2024 – 71,973 miles
  • 2023 – 56,463 miles
  • 2022 – 54,505 miles
  • 2021 – 48,384 miles
  • 2019 – 45,194 miles
  • 2018 – 35,718 miles
  • 2017 – 27,826 miles
  • 2016 – 22,526 miles
  • 2015 – 13,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,532 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,532 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    159,532 miles
    Test number
    872388518293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail159,517 miles2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,517 miles
    Test number
    553613778249
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass142,262 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    142,262 km
    Test number
    791304846602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail142,262 km2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,262 km
    Test number
    475253406871
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass71,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    71,973 miles
    Test number
    990320747012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail71,973 miles (+15,510)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,973 miles
    Test number
    589358428354
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass56,463 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    56,463 miles
    Test number
    390079855998
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail56,453 miles (+1,948)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,453 miles
    Test number
    493134702265
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass54,505 miles (+6,121)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    54,505 miles
    Test number
    461412807599
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass48,384 miles (+3,190)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    48,384 miles
    Test number
    670749409224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,194 miles (+9,476)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    45,194 miles
    Test number
    153477383867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,718 miles (+210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    35,718 miles
    Test number
    583560717600
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail35,508 miles (+7,682)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,508 miles
    Test number
    617314324995
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass27,826 miles (+5,300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    27,826 miles
    Test number
    118005153345
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass22,526 miles (+9,330)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    22,526 miles
    Test number
    973692318813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass13,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    13,196 miles
    Test number
    450624409909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail13,196 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,196 miles
    Test number
    535796759121
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T21 GSL

Does T21 GSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T21 GSL is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T21 GSL?
The MOT on T21 GSL 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 T21 GSL done?
T21 GSL was recorded at 159,532 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 14,454 miles a year.
Has T21 GSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 GSL has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T21 GSL 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 T21 GSL find?
T21 GSL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm.

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