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Citroën Saxo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,360 cc

Y251 ERCMOT history

Y251 ERC is a black petrol Citroën Saxo first used on 9 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 49,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
49,305 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,805 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y251 ERC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Saxo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,360 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y251 ERC was last recorded at 49,305 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,155 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
150 miles
Average per year
1,805 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 49,305 miles
  • 2024 – 49,155 miles
  • 2023 – 48,671 miles
  • 2022 – 48,305 miles
  • 2021 – 47,737 miles
  • 2020 – 47,090 miles
  • 2019 – 46,497 miles
  • 2018 – 45,690 miles
  • 2017 – 44,916 miles
  • 2016 – 43,956 miles
  • 2015 – 42,740 miles
  • 2014 – 41,556 miles
  • 2013 – 40,362 miles
  • 2012 – 39,298 miles
  • 2011 – 37,842 miles
  • 2010 – 36,813 miles
  • 2009 – 35,509 miles
  • 2008 – 34,280 miles
  • 2007 – 31,898 miles
  • 2006 – 21,754 miles
  • 2005 – 13,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,305 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,305 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    49,305 miles
    Test number
    134851000815
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail49,305 miles (+150)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,305 miles
    Test number
    184979778291
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass49,155 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    49,155 miles
    Test number
    901376499738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail49,155 miles (+484)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,155 miles
    Test number
    749208847205
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass48,671 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    48,671 miles
    Test number
    627926896650
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view has chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail48,671 miles (+366)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,671 miles
    Test number
    141731036998
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view has chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass48,305 miles (+568)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    48,305 miles
    Test number
    753689559940
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass47,737 miles (+647)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    47,737 miles
    Test number
    863945591758
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass47,090 miles (+593)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    47,090 miles
    Test number
    703751287019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass46,497 miles (+807)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,497 miles
    Test number
    913501471054
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass45,690 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    824387847463
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail45,685 miles (+769)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,685 miles
    Test number
    548927106299
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass44,916 miles (+960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    44,916 miles
    Test number
    234740121239
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySmall splits in front tyres tread pattern to side wall

  14. Pass43,956 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    43,956 miles
    Test number
    949405903049
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wall cracking
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  15. Fail43,956 miles (+1,216)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,956 miles
    Test number
    287514870040
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wall cracking
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  16. Pass42,740 miles (+1,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    42,740 miles
    Test number
    975336013050
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass41,556 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    41,556 miles
    Test number
    445153824420
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail41,556 miles (+1,194)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,556 miles
    Test number
    809313724302
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass40,362 miles (+1,064)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    40,362 miles
    Test number
    405803923457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,298 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    39,298 miles
    Test number
    918712812326
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail39,292 miles (+1,450)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,292 miles
    Test number
    419131012426
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass37,842 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    37,842 miles
    Test number
    617841611308
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail37,827 miles (+1,014)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,827 miles
    Test number
    695498601356
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass36,813 miles (+1,304)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    36,813 miles
    Test number
    831906110319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,509 miles
    Test number
    350647819377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail35,509 miles (+1,229)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,509 miles
    Test number
    490687119450
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  27. Pass34,280 miles (+36)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    34,280 miles
    Test number
    373015328309
    • NoteAdvise n/s/front brake pad securing slide lock pin very loose(looped wire)
    • NoteAdvise rear tyres cracking to sidewall

  28. Fail34,244 miles (+2,346)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,244 miles
    Test number
    410379518448
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteAdvise rear tyres cracking to sidewall

  29. Pass31,898 miles (+10,144)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    31,898 miles
    Test number
    992262317395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass21,754 miles (+8,589)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,754 miles
    Test number
    782035516320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass13,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    13,165 miles
    Test number
    614286715314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y251 ERC

Does Y251 ERC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y251 ERC is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y251 ERC?
The MOT on Y251 ERC is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y251 ERC done?
Y251 ERC was recorded at 49,305 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 1,805 miles a year.
Has Y251 ERC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y251 ERC has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y251 ERC 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 Y251 ERC find?
Y251 ERC passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear upper vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside rear upper vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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