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Citroën Xsara

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,360 cc

V733 GAJMOT history

V733 GAJ is a red petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 3 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 93,466 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2024
Mileage
93,466 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2023
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V733 GAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,360 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V733 GAJ was last recorded at 93,466 miles on 5 Jan 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,466 miles · 4 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 93,466 miles
  • 2022 – 88,451 miles
  • 2021 – 85,158 miles
  • 2020 – 82,586 miles
  • 2019 – 80,490 miles
  • 2018 – 77,704 miles
  • 2017 – 73,349 miles
  • 2016 – 69,536 miles
  • 2015 – 64,480 miles
  • 2014 – 59,206 miles
  • 2013 – 48,741 miles
  • 2012 – 47,152 miles
  • 2011 – 45,077 miles
  • 2010 – 42,933 miles
  • 2009 – 40,646 miles
  • 2008 – 37,975 miles
  • 2007 – 34,813 miles
  • 2006 – 31,217 miles
  • 2005 – 27,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,466 miles
  • AdvisoryO/s and n/s inner sills corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear brake backplates corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust centre pipe rusty and tail box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,466 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    93,466 miles
    Test number
    824589270388
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake backplates corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail93,466 miles (+5,015)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,466 miles
    Test number
    402339851788
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake backplates corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass88,451 miles (+3,293)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,451 miles
    Test number
    507570445418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,158 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    85,158 miles
    Test number
    338974008684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,144 miles (+2,558)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,144 miles
    Test number
    320495612011
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    82,586 miles
    Test number
    672641143475
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides slight cracking, tread still serviceable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail82,586 miles (+2,096)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,586 miles
    Test number
    513294228024
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides slight cracking, tread still serviceable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass80,490 miles (+2,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,490 miles
    Test number
    438181830174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass77,704 miles (+4,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    77,704 miles
    Test number
    574412659867
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass73,349 miles (+3,813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,349 miles
    Test number
    698708250191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass69,536 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,536 miles
    Test number
    878681995713
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre pipe rusty and tail box

  12. Fail69,535 miles (+5,055)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,535 miles
    Test number
    708349421736
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre pipe rusty and tail box

  13. Pass64,480 miles (+5,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    64,480 miles
    Test number
    129891239808
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet partly blocked

  14. Pass59,206 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    59,206 miles
    Test number
    206112534301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded

  15. Fail59,206 miles (+10,465)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,206 miles
    Test number
    477722334434
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded

  16. Fail48,741 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,741 miles
    Test number
    126151413352
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass48,741 miles (+1,589)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    48,741 miles
    Test number
    786991313366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,152 miles (+2,075)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,152 miles
    Test number
    756366422360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,077 miles (+2,144)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    45,077 miles
    Test number
    426579511444
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished on the outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly perished on the outer edge

  20. Pass42,933 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    42,933 miles
    Test number
    124878820363
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside wiper blade slightly deteriorated

  21. Fail42,933 miles (+2,287)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,933 miles
    Test number
    840118320359
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside wiper blade slightly deteriorated

  22. Pass40,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    40,646 miles
    Test number
    440269329308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,646 miles (+2,671)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,646 miles
    Test number
    244449929353
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass37,975 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    37,975 miles
    Test number
    441946328492
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Fail37,975 miles (+3,162)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,975 miles
    Test number
    453674228315
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass34,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    34,813 miles
    Test number
    922105027310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail34,813 miles (+3,596)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,813 miles
    Test number
    693503227340
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

  28. Pass31,217 miles (+3,578)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    31,217 miles
    Test number
    891476126367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail27,639 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,639 miles
    Test number
    490019825321
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  30. Pass27,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    27,639 miles
    Test number
    801949625363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V733 GAJ

Does V733 GAJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V733 GAJ expired on 4 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V733 GAJ?
The MOT on V733 GAJ expired on 4 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V733 GAJ done?
V733 GAJ was recorded at 93,466 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2023, an average of 3,847 miles a year.
Has V733 GAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V733 GAJ has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on V733 GAJ 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 V733 GAJ find?
V733 GAJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2023 with 3 advisories: o/s and n/s inner sills corroded; rear brake backplates corroded; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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