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Citroën Xsara

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,587 cc

Y248 BCVMOT history

Y248 BCV is a silver petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 17 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 202,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

Y248 BCV silver Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2026
Mileage
202,431 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y248 BCV
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
17 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y248 BCV was last recorded at 202,431 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 4,491 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Mar 2023: 185,396 miles, lower than 943,200 miles on 9 Feb 2022.

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
197,940 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,491 miles
Average per year
7,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,431 miles
  • 2025 – 197,940 miles
  • 2024 – 192,144 miles
  • 2023 – 185,398 miles
  • 2022 – 943,200 miles
  • 2021 – 174,861 miles
  • 2020 – 172,050 miles
  • 2019 – 164,174 miles
  • 2018 – 158,917 miles
  • 2017 – 154,603 miles
  • 2016 – 145,437 miles
  • 2015 – 137,366 miles
  • 2014 – 132,035 miles
  • 2013 – 125,884 miles
  • 2012 – 118,749 miles
  • 2011 – 113,380 miles
  • 2010 – 100,306 miles
  • 2009 – 86,339 miles
  • 2008 – 74,653 miles
  • 2007 – 64,648 miles
  • 2006 – 59,039 miles
  • 2005 – 49,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail202,431 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 handbrake only just met requirements it would appear it's in need of service or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Handbrake has little reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 7 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail202,431 miles (+4,491)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,431 miles
    Test number
    272447517168
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass197,940 miles (+114)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    197,940 miles
    Test number
    621179878021
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake only just met requirements it would appear it's in need of service or repair.
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel

  3. Fail197,826 miles (+5,682)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,826 miles
    Test number
    539572142310
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake only just met requirements it would appear it's in need of service or repair.
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel

  4. Pass192,144 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    192,144 miles
    Test number
    608449290457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail191,995 miles (+6,597)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,995 miles
    Test number
    133940052678
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass185,398 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    185,398 miles
    Test number
    551649969150
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail185,396 miles (-757,804)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,396 miles
    Test number
    108497086069
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass943,200 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    943,200 miles
    Test number
    765021034174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail179,614 miles (+4,753)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,614 miles
    Test number
    999480796793
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass174,861 miles (+2,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    174,861 miles
    Test number
    692721068272
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass172,050 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    172,050 miles
    Test number
    332523927530
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail172,044 miles (+7,870)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,044 miles
    Test number
    127537861013
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass164,174 miles (+14)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    164,174 miles
    Test number
    469951509167
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen cracked not in drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops deteriorating

  14. Fail164,160 miles (+5,243)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,160 miles
    Test number
    642942595622
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen cracked not in drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops deteriorating

  15. Pass158,917 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    158,917 miles
    Test number
    350295297897
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs rusty

  16. Fail158,917 miles (+4,314)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,917 miles
    Test number
    869835408333
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs rusty

  17. Pass154,603 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    154,603 miles
    Test number
    942373179870
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear outer edges (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail154,603 miles (+9,166)3 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,603 miles
    Test number
    245620958711
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear outer edges (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass145,437 miles (+8,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    145,437 miles
    Test number
    566926466521
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass137,366 miles (+5,331)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    137,366 miles
    Test number
    255220105129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass132,035 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    132,035 miles
    Test number
    477061824140
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteWindscreen has large crack below wiper blades

  22. Fail132,031 miles (+6,147)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,031 miles
    Test number
    486309294090
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass125,884 miles (+7,135)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    125,884 miles
    Test number
    148562103125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass118,749 miles (+5,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    118,749 miles
    Test number
    708328802165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass113,380 miles (+13,074)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    113,380 miles
    Test number
    305835921145
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAir bag light

  26. Pass100,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    100,306 miles
    Test number
    312800520113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail100,306 miles (+13,967)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,306 miles
    Test number
    512788810181
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass86,339 miles (+11,686)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    86,339 miles
    Test number
    592734919111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass74,653 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    74,653 miles
    Test number
    214853528130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  30. Fail74,653 miles (+10,005)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,653 miles
    Test number
    772923728117
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  31. Pass64,648 miles (+5,609)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    64,648 miles
    Test number
    653404547174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass59,039 miles (+9,563)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    59,039 miles
    Test number
    470662176225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  33. Pass49,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    49,476 miles
    Test number
    540383485222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail49,476 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,476 miles
    Test number
    253490485240
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/F tyre slight damage to outer sidewall.
    • NoteO/F tyre 2mm edge, O/R tyre 2mm.

Questions about Y248 BCV

Does Y248 BCV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y248 BCV expired on 26 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y248 BCV?
The MOT on Y248 BCV expired on 26 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y248 BCV done?
Y248 BCV was recorded at 202,431 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 7,495 miles a year.
Has Y248 BCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y248 BCV has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y248 BCV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Mar 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y248 BCV find?
Y248 BCV failed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 5 major defects: nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside parking brake inoperative on one side; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, and 2 more.

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