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Citroën DS3

Yellow · Diesel · 2013 · 1,560 cc

V648 ELBMOT history

V648 ELB is a yellow diesel Citroën DS3 first used on 30 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 130,160 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

V648 ELB yellow Citroen DS3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen DS3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
130,160 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,124 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V648 ELB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
DS3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
30 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V648 ELB was last recorded at 130,160 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 13,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,602 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
13,558 miles
Average per year
7,124 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,160 miles
  • 2025 – 116,602 miles
  • 2024 – 107,312 miles
  • 2023 – 99,532 miles
  • 2022 – 92,097 miles
  • 2021 – 83,759 miles
  • 2020 – 80,465 miles
  • 2019 – 73,868 miles
  • 2018 – 70,528 miles
  • 2017 – 65,486 miles
  • 2016 – 56,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,160 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • 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))

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in swept area

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,160 miles (+13,558)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    130,160 miles
    Test number
    443045883829
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (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))

  2. Pass116,602 miles (+9,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    116,602 miles
    Test number
    239169922674
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass107,312 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    107,312 miles
    Test number
    972352928128
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail107,312 miles (+7,780)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,312 miles
    Test number
    962643077170
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside 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 small chip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass99,532 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    99,532 miles
    Test number
    353661761617
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail99,531 miles (+7,434)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,531 miles
    Test number
    502012101949
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,097 miles (+8,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    92,097 miles
    Test number
    710243612248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass83,759 miles (+3,294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,759 miles
    Test number
    627824051276
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot deteriorated

  9. Pass80,465 miles (+6,597)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,465 miles
    Test number
    242759897966
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective split at an end (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing inner edges

  10. Pass73,868 miles (+3,340)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,868 miles
    Test number
    320960178121
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking out grease and slightly insecure (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket snapped, exhaust is still secure
    • AdvisoryUnder tray in poor condition

  11. Pass70,528 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,528 miles
    Test number
    826768568891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket detached from system, Exhaust system adequately supported

  12. Fail70,528 miles (+5,042)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,528 miles
    Test number
    703913469547
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket detached from system, Exhaust system adequately supported

  13. Pass65,486 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,486 miles
    Test number
    597192057551
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin discs worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTwo of the three exhaust mounts are broken, but system is still suported buy the rear mount

  14. Fail65,486 miles (+8,527)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,486 miles
    Test number
    655178239499
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin discs worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTwo of the three exhaust mounts are broken, but system is still suported buy the rear mount

  15. Pass56,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    56,959 miles
    Test number
    311128790271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V648 ELB

Does V648 ELB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V648 ELB is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V648 ELB?
The MOT on V648 ELB is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V648 ELB done?
V648 ELB was recorded at 130,160 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 7,124 miles a year.
Has V648 ELB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V648 ELB has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on V648 ELB 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 V648 ELB find?
V648 ELB passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 2 more.

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