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Citroën Xsara

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,587 cc

Y229 HFCMOT history

Y229 HFC is a silver petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 19 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 131,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2023.

Y229 HFC silver Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2024
Mileage
131,096 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2023
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 HFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 HFC was last recorded at 131,096 miles on 3 Feb 2023, 4,133 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Apr 2007: 31,056 miles, lower than 46,784 miles on 17 Mar 2006.
  • 27 Jan 2011: 73,798 miles, lower than 98,943 miles on 29 Jan 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
126,963 miles · 4 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
4,133 miles
Average per year
4,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,096 miles
  • 2022 – 126,963 miles
  • 2021 – 122,796 miles
  • 2020 – 119,873 miles
  • 2019 – 115,133 miles
  • 2018 – 110,212 miles
  • 2017 – 105,155 miles
  • 2016 – 100,682 miles
  • 2015 – 95,950 miles
  • 2014 – 90,391 miles
  • 2013 – 84,711 miles
  • 2012 – 79,306 miles
  • 2011 – 73,798 miles
  • 2010 – 98,943 miles
  • 2009 – 62,441 miles
  • 2007 – 57,180 miles
  • 2006 – 46,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,096 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryStructure corroding

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,096 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    131,096 miles
    Test number
    574534714118
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryStructure corroding

  2. Fail131,095 miles (+4,132)2 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,095 miles
    Test number
    930354509398
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryStructure corroding

  3. Pass126,963 miles (+4,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,963 miles
    Test number
    964136182910
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to structure

  4. Pass122,796 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    122,796 miles
    Test number
    787429412262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top bearings tight

  5. Fail122,796 miles (+2,923)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,796 miles
    Test number
    683017628928
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top bearings tight

  6. Pass119,873 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    119,873 miles
    Test number
    276414835822
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryStructure corrosion

  7. Fail119,872 miles (+4,739)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,872 miles
    Test number
    234140723066
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryStructure corrosion

  8. Pass115,133 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,133 miles
    Test number
    250697971664
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail115,131 miles (+4,919)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,131 miles
    Test number
    212611171985
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass110,212 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    110,212 miles
    Test number
    850760177683
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Fail110,199 miles (+5,044)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,199 miles
    Test number
    561773351464
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high adjuster broken (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass105,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    105,155 miles
    Test number
    553303302224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail105,155 miles (+4,473)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,155 miles
    Test number
    122573740847
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass100,682 miles (+4,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    100,682 miles
    Test number
    739584964546
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear foot and handbrake just met requirements
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass95,950 miles (+5,559)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    95,950 miles
    Test number
    567770435028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,391 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    90,391 miles
    Test number
    709651334071
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail90,391 miles (+5,680)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,391 miles
    Test number
    126841034085
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass84,711 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    84,711 miles
    Test number
    657261433094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Fail84,710 miles (+5,404)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,710 miles
    Test number
    475661433047
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass79,306 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    79,306 miles
    Test number
    198141132084
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail79,306 miles (+5,508)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,306 miles
    Test number
    735191832047
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass73,798 miles (-25,145)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    73,798 miles
    Test number
    485937021061
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass98,943 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    98,943 miles
    Test number
    282049420089
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyrea cracking

  24. Fail68,943 miles (+6,502)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,943 miles
    Test number
    442609520017
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyrea cracking

  25. Pass62,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    62,441 miles
    Test number
    160123839092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail62,441 miles (+5,261)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,441 miles
    Test number
    871943239095
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass57,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    57,180 miles
    Test number
    942108657352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail57,180 miles (+26,124)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,180 miles
    Test number
    722775557339
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront brake discs have surface rust

  29. Pass31,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,056 miles
    Test number
    242500217421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail31,056 miles (-15,728)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,056 miles
    Test number
    862837907163
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  31. Pass46,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    46,784 miles
    Test number
    853336076010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y229 HFC

Does Y229 HFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y229 HFC expired on 13 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y229 HFC?
The MOT on Y229 HFC expired on 13 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y229 HFC done?
Y229 HFC was recorded at 131,096 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2023, an average of 4,994 miles a year.
Has Y229 HFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 HFC has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y229 HFC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 17 Apr 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y229 HFC find?
Y229 HFC passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2023 with 9 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 6 more.

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