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Citroën Xsara

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,587 cc

X742 AFMMOT history

X742 AFM is a blue petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 8 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 113,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

X742 AFM blue Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
113,541 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X742 AFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
8 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X742 AFM was last recorded at 113,541 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,537 miles · 3 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,541 miles
  • 2025 – 112,840 miles
  • 2024 – 111,937 miles
  • 2023 – 109,403 miles
  • 2022 – 105,969 miles
  • 2021 – 103,931 miles
  • 2020 – 101,996 miles
  • 2019 – 99,776 miles
  • 2018 – 97,816 miles
  • 2017 – 95,520 miles
  • 2016 – 93,310 miles
  • 2015 – 90,901 miles
  • 2014 – 88,286 miles
  • 2013 – 85,255 miles
  • 2012 – 83,438 miles
  • 2011 – 81,907 miles
  • 2010 – 79,556 miles
  • 2009 – 77,488 miles
  • 2008 – 75,821 miles
  • 2007 – 69,653 miles
  • 2006 – 56,314 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,541 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear BOTH LIGHT LENS CRACKEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear suspension in general is coroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust rear box split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,541 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    113,541 miles
    Test number
    902700827890
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear BOTH LIGHT LENS CRACKED
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail113,537 miles (+697)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,537 miles
    Test number
    574176189118
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear BOTH LIGHT LENS CRACKED
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass112,840 miles (+9)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    112,840 miles
    Test number
    190713730690
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail112,831 miles (+894)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,831 miles
    Test number
    550506855577
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass111,937 miles (+2,534)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    111,937 miles
    Test number
    183339441710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass109,403 miles (+3,434)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    109,403 miles
    Test number
    516626588012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,969 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    105,969 miles
    Test number
    925860345453
    • AdvisoryRear suspension in general is coroded

  8. Fail105,969 miles (+2,038)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,969 miles
    Test number
    861632973216
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension in general is coroded

  9. Pass103,931 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    103,931 miles
    Test number
    475595942251
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box split
    • AdvisoryRear suspension in general is coroded

  10. Fail103,931 miles (+1,935)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,931 miles
    Test number
    890526564522
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box split
    • AdvisoryRear suspension in general is coroded

  11. Pass101,996 miles (+2,220)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    101,996 miles
    Test number
    172044454230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal bite very high
    • AdvisoryExhaust coroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack damp
    • AdvisorySuspension in general is coroded

  12. Pass99,776 miles (+1,960)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    99,776 miles
    Test number
    869548495565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,816 miles (+2,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,816 miles
    Test number
    973778783872
    • AdvisoryExhaust coroded at rear joint

  14. Pass95,520 miles (+2,210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    95,520 miles
    Test number
    160391019686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose and rattleing

  15. Pass93,310 miles (+2,409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    93,310 miles
    Test number
    764779208145
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear axle in general is coroded

  16. Pass90,901 miles (+2,615)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    90,901 miles
    Test number
    316741905259
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak around gearbox

  17. Pass88,286 miles (+3,031)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    88,286 miles
    Test number
    987796394147
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • NoteRear wiper smeering

  18. Pass85,255 miles (+1,817)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    85,255 miles
    Test number
    448687493119
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust rear and centre section coroded

  19. Pass83,438 miles (+1,531)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    83,438 miles
    Test number
    398188622270
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteFront wiper blades starting to smear

  20. Pass81,907 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    81,907 miles
    Test number
    489580821294
    • NoteBOTH FRONT WIPER BLADES SLIGHTLY SMEARING
    • NoteEXHAUST BACK BOX AND CENTRE SECTION CORRODED
    • NoteO/S/R LAMP CRACKED
    • NoteREAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT

  21. Fail81,907 miles (+2,351)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,907 miles
    Test number
    729690521241
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT WIPER BLADES SLIGHTLY SMEARING
    • NoteEXHAUST BACK BOX AND CENTRE SECTION CORRODED
    • NoteO/S/R LAMP CRACKED
    • NoteREAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT

  22. Fail79,556 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,556 miles
    Test number
    154612620218
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront downpipe joint slightly leaking

  23. Pass79,556 miles (+2,068)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    79,556 miles
    Test number
    452802620247
    • NoteFront downpipe joint slightly leaking

  24. Pass77,488 miles (+1,667)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    77,488 miles
    Test number
    734492129292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass75,821 miles (+6,168)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    75,821 miles
    Test number
    164236328236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass69,653 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    69,653 miles
    Test number
    720273807307
    • NoteO/S/F TYRE CLOSE TO THE LEGAL LIMITS AND THE O/S/R TYRE CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMITS

  27. Fail69,653 miles (+13,339)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,653 miles
    Test number
    932323307345
    • Repaired at testBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/S/F TYRE CLOSE TO THE LEGAL LIMITS AND THE O/S/R TYRE CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMITS

  28. Pass56,314 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    56,314 miles
    Test number
    444800106485
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about X742 AFM

Does X742 AFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X742 AFM is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X742 AFM?
The MOT on X742 AFM is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X742 AFM done?
X742 AFM was recorded at 113,541 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 2,892 miles a year.
Has X742 AFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X742 AFM has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on X742 AFM 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 X742 AFM find?
X742 AFM passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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