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Citroën Xsara

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,749 cc

Y251 EJOMOT history

Y251 EJO is a silver petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 31 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 122,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2025.

Y251 EJO silver Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Jul 2026
Mileage
122,116 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y251 EJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,749 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y251 EJO was last recorded at 122,116 miles on 2 Jul 2025, 1,506 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 May 2017: 104,936 miles, lower than 109,387 miles on 1 Jun 2016.

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
120,610 miles · 8 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,506 miles
Average per year
3,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,116 miles
  • 2024 – 120,610 miles
  • 2023 – 118,451 miles
  • 2022 – 116,389 miles
  • 2021 – 114,251 miles
  • 2020 – 111,971 miles
  • 2019 – 107,313 miles
  • 2018 – 106,625 miles
  • 2017 – 104,936 miles
  • 2016 – 109,387 miles
  • 2015 – 96,174 miles
  • 2014 – 90,907 miles
  • 2013 – 88,026 miles
  • 2012 – 85,946 miles
  • 2011 – 83,166 miles
  • 2010 – 80,434 miles
  • 2009 – 78,191 miles
  • 2008 – 76,924 miles
  • 2007 – 70,714 miles
  • 2006 – 63,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,116 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside outer cv boot in poor conditionRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Surface corrosion both outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,116 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    122,116 miles
    Test number
    497293013048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer cv boot in poor condition

  2. Fail122,116 miles (+1,506)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,116 miles
    Test number
    116620242909
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer cv boot in poor condition

  3. Pass120,610 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    120,610 miles
    Test number
    189600881405
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer cv boot in poor condition

  4. Fail120,610 miles (+2,159)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,610 miles
    Test number
    834631489336
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer cv boot in poor condition

  5. Pass118,451 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    118,451 miles
    Test number
    663265806158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion both outer sills

  6. Fail118,448 miles (+2,059)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,448 miles
    Test number
    840506479959
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion both outer sills

  7. Pass116,389 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    116,389 miles
    Test number
    523442013585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail116,387 miles (+2,136)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,387 miles
    Test number
    253580416028
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 185/65/15
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass114,251 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    114,251 miles
    Test number
    520514328976
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail114,249 miles (+2,278)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,249 miles
    Test number
    688718475468
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass111,971 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,971 miles
    Test number
    892330642270
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail111,970 miles (+4,657)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,970 miles
    Test number
    669931374853
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass107,313 miles (+688)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    107,313 miles
    Test number
    790734556299
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass106,625 miles (+1,689)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    106,625 miles
    Test number
    256209490722
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear brake compensator corroded in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear brake compensator corroded in several places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from rear brake compensator to o/s/r flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible hose to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass104,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    104,936 miles
    Test number
    525400337788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working

  16. Fail104,936 miles (-4,451)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,936 miles
    Test number
    825936654796
    • FailureNearside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened badly corroded and reduced braking surface area (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated and ferrules corroded (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber split (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened badly corroded and reduced braking surface area (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated and ferrules corroded (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber split (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box clamp corroded and partly broken

  17. Pass109,387 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,387 miles
    Test number
    895637837824
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rear susp-bush poor

  18. Fail109,387 miles (+13,213)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,387 miles
    Test number
    578398621029
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rear susp-bush poor

  19. Pass96,174 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    96,174 miles
    Test number
    495308045116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  20. Fail96,162 miles (+5,255)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,162 miles
    Test number
    518106945148
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  21. Pass90,907 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    90,907 miles
    Test number
    579938144121
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Fail90,907 miles (+2,881)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,907 miles
    Test number
    636108244112
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass88,026 miles (+2,080)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    88,026 miles
    Test number
    348770633199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,946 miles (+2,780)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    85,946 miles
    Test number
    808440852188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass83,166 miles (+2,732)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,166 miles
    Test number
    886927541149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass80,434 miles (+2,243)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    80,434 miles
    Test number
    191774640126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass78,191 miles (+1,267)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,191 miles
    Test number
    412238949150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass76,924 miles (+6,210)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    76,924 miles
    Test number
    133039318193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass70,714 miles (+7,591)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    70,714 miles
    Test number
    192984017188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass63,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    63,123 miles
    Test number
    702338016150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y251 EJO

Does Y251 EJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y251 EJO expired on 11 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y251 EJO?
The MOT on Y251 EJO expired on 11 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y251 EJO done?
Y251 EJO was recorded at 122,116 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2025, an average of 3,076 miles a year.
Has Y251 EJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y251 EJO has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on Y251 EJO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y251 EJO find?
Y251 EJO passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive; offside outer cv boot in poor condition.

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