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Citroën DS3

Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 1,560 cc

Y23 DBYMOT history

Y23 DBY is a grey diesel Citroën DS3 first used on 27 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 74,701 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

Y23 DBY grey Citroen DS3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen DS3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
74,701 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 DBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
DS3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
27 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y23 DBY was last recorded at 74,701 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 24,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,012 miles · 13 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
24,689 miles
Average per year
6,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,701 miles
  • 2025 – 50,012 miles
  • 2024 – 39,982 miles
  • 2023 – 35,249 miles
  • 2022 – 30,369 miles
  • 2021 – 26,576 miles
  • 2020 – 23,282 miles
  • 2019 – 20,062 miles
  • 2018 – 13,407 miles
  • 2017 – 9,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,701 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,701 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    74,701 miles
    Test number
    280258298273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail74,701 miles (+24,689)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,701 miles
    Test number
    380931317142
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass50,012 miles (+10,030)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    50,012 miles
    Test number
    597291081165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass39,982 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    39,982 miles
    Test number
    867164951977
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail39,981 miles (+4,732)3 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,981 miles
    Test number
    798161300021
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass35,249 miles (+195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    35,249 miles
    Test number
    468734053778
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail35,054 miles (+4,685)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,054 miles
    Test number
    770368830938
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass30,369 miles (+3,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    30,369 miles
    Test number
    131441032744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass26,576 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    26,576 miles
    Test number
    128090821872
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail26,576 miles (+3,294)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,576 miles
    Test number
    338808658784
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass23,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    23,282 miles
    Test number
    854997590901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail23,282 miles (+3,220)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,282 miles
    Test number
    844085229457
    • Repaired at testNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass20,062 miles (+1,777)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    20,062 miles
    Test number
    920527086742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,285 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    18,285 miles
    Test number
    347479957560
    • 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Fail18,285 miles (+4,878)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,285 miles
    Test number
    905368645163
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  16. Pass13,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    13,407 miles
    Test number
    680748465589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail13,407 miles (+4,170)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,407 miles
    Test number
    675954719898
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  18. Pass9,237 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    9,237 miles
    Test number
    819537149865
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower engine under tray fitted not allowing for proper inspection

Questions about Y23 DBY

Does Y23 DBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y23 DBY is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y23 DBY?
The MOT on Y23 DBY is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y23 DBY done?
Y23 DBY was recorded at 74,701 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 6,816 miles a year.
Has Y23 DBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 DBY has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y23 DBY 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 Y23 DBY find?
Y23 DBY passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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