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Citroën DS3

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

X31 CAFMOT history

X31 CAF is a white diesel Citroën DS3 first used on 10 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 57,808 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

X31 CAF white Citroen DS3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen DS3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
57,808 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X31 CAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
DS3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X31 CAF was last recorded at 57,808 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,808 miles · 1 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,808 miles
  • 2025 – 55,523 miles
  • 2024 – 53,157 miles
  • 2023 – 50,953 miles
  • 2022 – 47,821 miles
  • 2021 – 44,581 miles
  • 2020 – 41,043 miles
  • 2019 – 36,196 miles
  • 2018 – 31,528 miles
  • 2017 – 27,170 miles
  • 2016 – 23,330 miles
  • 2015 – 17,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,808 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,808 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    57,808 miles
    Test number
    118450347720
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail57,808 miles (+2,285)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,808 miles
    Test number
    819181918626
    • DangerousOffside Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass55,523 miles (+2,366)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    55,523 miles
    Test number
    574395967461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass53,157 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    53,157 miles
    Test number
    802590901545
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail53,157 miles (+2,204)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,157 miles
    Test number
    828223542006
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner-side of the disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass50,953 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    50,953 miles
    Test number
    576028207742
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded ,worn inner-side of the disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Fail50,953 miles (+3,132)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,953 miles
    Test number
    301173906268
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements deteriorated (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded ,worn inner-side of the disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass47,821 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    47,821 miles
    Test number
    977220725526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail47,821 miles (+3,240)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,821 miles
    Test number
    769470805149
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass44,581 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    44,581 miles
    Test number
    502156807484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail44,579 miles (+3,536)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,579 miles
    Test number
    950622784481
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass41,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    41,043 miles
    Test number
    479189605326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail41,043 miles (+4,847)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,043 miles
    Test number
    571370916241
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass36,196 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    36,196 miles
    Test number
    639930717296
    • 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))

  15. Fail36,196 miles (+4,668)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,196 miles
    Test number
    850371603126
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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))

  16. Pass31,528 miles (+4,358)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    31,528 miles
    Test number
    574747602909
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass27,170 miles (+3,840)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    27,170 miles
    Test number
    658967325290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,330 miles (+5,996)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    23,330 miles
    Test number
    894757665984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,334 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    17,334 miles
    Test number
    236348715191
    • 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)

Questions about X31 CAF

Does X31 CAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X31 CAF is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X31 CAF?
The MOT on X31 CAF is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X31 CAF done?
X31 CAF was recorded at 57,808 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 3,538 miles a year.
Has X31 CAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X31 CAF has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X31 CAF 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 X31 CAF find?
X31 CAF passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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