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Citroën Xsara

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,905 cc

T299 EAFMOT history

T299 EAF is a red diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2023 and it has passed 9 of 17 MOT tests, with 66,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2023
Mileage
66,098 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2024
MOT tests
17
9 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,960 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T299 EAF
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T299 EAF was last recorded at 66,098 miles on 5 Feb 2024, 4,104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,994 miles · 2 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
4,104 miles
Average per year
1,960 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 66,098 miles
  • 2022 – 61,994 miles
  • 2021 – 55,670 miles
  • 2019 – 51,159 miles
  • 2018 – 51,143 miles
  • 2017 – 48,405 miles
  • 2010 – 46,356 miles
  • 2009 – 44,217 miles
  • 2008 – 41,372 miles
  • 2007 – 36,548 miles
  • 2006 – 31,124 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail66,098 miles
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front & n/s rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front & both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • O/s outer sill rusted but not within any prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Underbody of vehicle is in a very rusty condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail66,098 miles (+4,104)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,098 miles
    Test number
    373332219955
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  2. Pass61,994 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    61,994 miles
    Test number
    765170635592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail61,982 miles (+6,312)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,982 miles
    Test number
    964213145304
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass55,670 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    55,670 miles
    Test number
    483355862336
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front & n/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front & both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s outer sill rusted but not within any prescribed area
    • AdvisoryUnderbody of vehicle is in a very rusty condition

  5. Fail55,666 miles (+4,507)1 dangerous8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,666 miles
    Test number
    420027116861
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) incorrectly mounted both front outer pads broken away (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both sides (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front & n/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front & both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose tank strap mounting bolt loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s outer sill rusted but not within any prescribed area
    • AdvisoryUnderbody of vehicle is in a very rusty condition

  6. Pass51,159 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    51,159 miles
    Test number
    540202902811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail51,148 miles (+5)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,148 miles
    Test number
    743264880208
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  8. Fail51,143 miles (+2,738)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,143 miles
    Test number
    935537613660
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system leaking on joint (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass48,405 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,405 miles
    Test number
    973384319977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail48,399 miles (+2,043)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,399 miles
    Test number
    593287514996
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  11. Pass46,356 miles (+2,139)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    46,356 miles
    Test number
    352577230282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,217 miles
    Test number
    341938339278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail44,215 miles (+2,843)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,215 miles
    Test number
    192298939213
    • FailureBrake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass41,372 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,372 miles
    Test number
    261182728410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,363 miles (+4,815)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,363 miles
    Test number
    642742118104
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass36,548 miles (+5,424)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    36,548 miles
    Test number
    532774097062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,124 miles
    Test number
    644534596046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T299 EAF

Does T299 EAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T299 EAF expired on 1 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T299 EAF?
The MOT on T299 EAF expired on 1 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T299 EAF done?
T299 EAF was recorded at 66,098 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2024, an average of 1,960 miles a year.
Has T299 EAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T299 EAF has failed 8 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T299 EAF 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 T299 EAF find?
T299 EAF failed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2024 with 11 major defects and 2 advisories: battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit; horn not working; nearside front lower shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush, and 10 more.

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