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Citroën XM

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,946 cc

V6 XMSMOT history

V6 XMS is a blue petrol Citroën XM first used on 30 Jun 2000. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 224,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
224,841 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 XMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
XM
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,946 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 XMS was last recorded at 224,841 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
224,835 miles · 4 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 224,841 miles
  • 2025 – 224,835 miles
  • 2024 – 224,280 miles
  • 2023 – 221,177 miles
  • 2022 – 217,891 miles
  • 2021 – 214,308 miles
  • 2020 – 212,088 miles
  • 2019 – 206,507 miles
  • 2018 – 195,935 miles
  • 2017 – 179,141 miles
  • 2016 – 169,080 miles
  • 2015 – 154,464 miles
  • 2014 – 153,708 miles
  • 2013 – 150,604 miles
  • 2012 – 147,374 miles
  • 2011 – 144,801 miles
  • 2009 – 141,147 miles
  • 2008 – 132,977 miles
  • 2007 – 122,311 miles
  • 2006 – 110,809 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass224,841 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside and Offside floor to sill joints corroding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass224,841 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    224,841 miles
    Test number
    422584816710
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded.

  2. Fail224,835 miles (+555)1 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,835 miles
    Test number
    591375745657
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam Both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side Both sides (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSuspension component ball joint excessively worn Both sides front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded.

  3. Pass224,280 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    224,280 miles
    Test number
    514521465627
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail224,274 miles (+3,097)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,274 miles
    Test number
    409011284227
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sill corroded but outside prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass221,177 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    221,177 miles
    Test number
    103145365125
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension leak off hoses perished.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail221,177 miles (+3,286)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,177 miles
    Test number
    920172915127
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension leak off hoses perished.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass217,891 miles (+21)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    217,891 miles
    Test number
    352689381760
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram bush excessively worn

  8. Fail217,870 miles (+60)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,870 miles
    Test number
    451439243207
    • DangerousSteering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings steering damper fixing bush (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail217,810 miles (+3,502)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,810 miles
    Test number
    417128586891
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass214,308 miles (+4)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    214,308 miles
    Test number
    174528495018
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside floor to sill joints corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside rear suspension pipes badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail214,304 miles (+2,216)7 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,304 miles
    Test number
    549009034484
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside floor to sill joints corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside rear suspension pipes badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass212,088 miles (+5,581)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    212,088 miles
    Test number
    557933864606
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside floor to sill joints corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside rear suspension feed pipes badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass206,507 miles (+10,572)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    206,507 miles
    Test number
    424985751180
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPoor beam pattern on nearside headlamp

  14. Pass195,935 miles (+16,794)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    195,935 miles
    Test number
    918223036394
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside rear inner sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre going out of shape
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass179,141 miles (+576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    179,141 miles
    Test number
    958353437618
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail178,565 miles (+9,485)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,565 miles
    Test number
    715607306434
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass169,080 miles (+14,616)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    169,080 miles
    Test number
    810079405734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass154,464 miles (+756)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    154,464 miles
    Test number
    175961745483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass153,708 miles (+3,104)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    153,708 miles
    Test number
    267973714196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass150,604 miles (+3,230)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    150,604 miles
    Test number
    148199393470
    • NoteSlight corrosion some brake pipes
    • NoteSurface corrosion various parts of underbody and components sills etc ok at time of test with corrosion assessment tool

  21. Pass147,374 miles (+2,573)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    147,374 miles
    Test number
    248212002432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass144,801 miles (+3,654)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    144,801 miles
    Test number
    216729891069
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/r suspension leak

  23. Pass141,147 miles (+8,170)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    141,147 miles
    Test number
    523252329399
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted n/s/r not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

  24. Pass132,977 miles (+328)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    132,977 miles
    Test number
    471077318495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail132,649 miles (+10,338)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,649 miles
    Test number
    713712318386
    • DangerousOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Pass122,311 miles (+10,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    122,311 miles
    Test number
    703263587223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Fail112,128 miles (+1,319)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,128 miles
    Test number
    770498677294
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Fluid suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass110,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    110,809 miles
    Test number
    943085676255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail110,809 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,809 miles
    Test number
    962265876249
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about V6 XMS

Does V6 XMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 XMS is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 XMS?
The MOT on V6 XMS is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 XMS done?
V6 XMS was recorded at 224,841 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 5,917 miles a year.
Has V6 XMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 XMS has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V6 XMS 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 V6 XMS find?
V6 XMS passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside outer sill corroded..

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