
Citroën Xsara
Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,761 cc
X442 EKVMOT history
X442 EKV is a red petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 28 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2025 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 330,583 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 13 Sept 2025
- Mileage
- 330,583 mi
- At MOT on 20 Aug 2025
- MOT tests
- 31
- 20 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 14,792 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- X442 EKV
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Citroën
- Model
- Xsara
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,761 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2000
- First used
- 28 Nov 2000
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 13 Sept 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 20 Aug 2025 (Fail)
Mileage history
X442 EKV was last recorded at 330,583 miles on 20 Aug 2025, 11,807 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2024.
Mileage went down between tests
- 12 Apr 2008: 75,453 miles, lower than 753,654 miles on 8 Apr 2008.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 318,776 miles · 19 Aug 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 11,807 miles
- Average per year
- 14,792 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 330,583 miles
- 2024 – 318,776 miles
- 2023 – 307,040 miles
- 2022 – 296,089 miles
- 2021 – 286,537 miles
- 2020 – 280,154 miles
- 2019 – 263,844 miles
- 2018 – 244,154 miles
- 2017 – 226,228 miles
- 2016 – 204,943 miles
- 2015 – 186,947 miles
- 2014 – 172,941 miles
- 2013 – 161,074 miles
- 2012 – 140,341 miles
- 2011 – 122,091 miles
- 2010 – 105,790 miles
- 2009 – 89,564 miles
- 2008 – 75,453 miles
- 2007 – 61,360 miles
- 2006 – 44,954 miles
What the latest MOT found
- DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed High lambda (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Wing mirror loose
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012
Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
31 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail330,583 miles (+11,807)1 dangerous9 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 330,583 miles
- Test number
- 266790878883
- DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed High lambda (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Wing mirror loose
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass318,776 miles (+11,736)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 318,776 miles
- Test number
- 628736602231
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to drum (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass307,040 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 307,040 miles
- Test number
- 511578820067
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail307,040 miles (+10,951)2 dangerous4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 307,040 miles
- Test number
- 853358730990
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- 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 Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass296,089 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 296,089 miles
- Test number
- 957827894474
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail296,089 miles (+9,552)7 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 296,089 miles
- Test number
- 777722169125
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass286,537 miles2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 286,537 miles
- Test number
- 690761476666
- MinorCentral Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Damage to sill
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail286,537 miles (+6,383)1 major2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 286,537 miles
- Test number
- 789258533356
- MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
- MinorCentral Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Damage to sill
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass280,154 miles1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 280,154 miles
- Test number
- 459345339980
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- 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 rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- 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 rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail280,154 miles (+16,310)1 dangerous1 minor12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 280,154 miles
- Test number
- 805559656052
- DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- 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 rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- 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 rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass263,844 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 263,844 miles
- Test number
- 485595262112
- AdvisoryNearside sill damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisorySlight oil leak
Fail263,844 miles (+19,690)3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 263,844 miles
- Test number
- 290032619000
- MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside sill damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisorySlight oil leak
Pass244,154 miles (+17,926)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 244,154 miles
- Test number
- 932909623810
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass226,228 miles (+21,285)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 226,228 miles
- Test number
- 694334771701
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass204,943 miles (+17,996)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 204,943 miles
- Test number
- 220527206565
- AdvisoryNearside Front damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Front seal damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisorySpare tyre defective
Pass186,947 miles (+14,006)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 186,947 miles
- Test number
- 549332572181
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass172,941 miles (+21)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 172,941 miles
- Test number
- 358644144270
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail172,920 miles (+11,846)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,920 miles
- Test number
- 389551744220
- FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureRear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
Pass161,074 miles (+5,833)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 161,074 miles
- Test number
- 258097653221
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass155,241 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 155,241 miles
- Test number
- 247968403472
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail155,241 miles (+14,900)5 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 155,241 miles
- Test number
- 469388703110
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass140,341 miles (+90)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 140,341 miles
- Test number
- 106365512117
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Fail140,251 miles (+18,160)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,251 miles
- Test number
- 556122612192
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass122,091 miles (+16,301)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 122,091 miles
- Test number
- 598101101158
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass105,790 miles (+16,226)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 105,790 miles
- Test number
- 863092100142
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass89,564 miles (+14,111)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 89,564 miles
- Test number
- 293404909134
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass75,453 miles (-678,201)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 75,453 miles
- Test number
- 353153008170
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Fail753,654 miles (+692,294)3 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 753,654 miles
- Test number
- 192539398005
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass61,360 miles (+16,406)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 61,360 miles
- Test number
- 722167317149
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass44,954 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 44,954 miles
- Test number
- 562889016171
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteO/S/R has nail in it †N/S/R in poor condition
Fail44,954 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 44,954 miles
- Test number
- 964059116199
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteO/S/R has nail in it †N/S/R in poor condition
Questions about X442 EKV
- Does X442 EKV currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on X442 EKV expired on 13 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on X442 EKV?
- The MOT on X442 EKV expired on 13 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has X442 EKV done?
- X442 EKV was recorded at 330,583 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2025, an average of 14,792 miles a year.
- Has X442 EKV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. X442 EKV has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2025.
- Has the mileage on X442 EKV ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Apr 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on X442 EKV find?
- X442 EKV failed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected; emissions unable to be completed high lambda; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 11 more.
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