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Citroën Xsara

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,587 cc

Y251 KGUMOT history

Y251 KGU is a blue petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 105,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

Y251 KGU blue Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
105,880 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y251 KGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,587 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y251 KGU was last recorded at 105,880 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 4,338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,542 miles · 14 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,338 miles
Average per year
4,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,880 miles
  • 2024 – 101,542 miles
  • 2023 – 97,086 miles
  • 2022 – 87,964 miles
  • 2021 – 79,512 miles
  • 2020 – 77,026 miles
  • 2019 – 74,175 miles
  • 2018 – 72,932 miles
  • 2017 – 71,650 miles
  • 2016 – 71,203 miles
  • 2015 – 71,068 miles
  • 2014 – 69,544 miles
  • 2013 – 61,085 miles
  • 2012 – 54,508 miles
  • 2011 – 49,612 miles
  • 2010 – 44,060 miles
  • 2009 – 39,740 miles
  • 2008 – 33,063 miles
  • 2007 – 28,729 miles
  • 2006 – 24,849 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,880 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,880 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    105,880 miles
    Test number
    158159915815
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail105,880 miles (+4,338)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,880 miles
    Test number
    387253551847
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,542 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    101,542 miles
    Test number
    467371729169
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail101,542 miles (+4,456)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,542 miles
    Test number
    338280960108
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass97,086 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    97,086 miles
    Test number
    237969781008
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail97,086 miles (+9,122)1 dangerous4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,086 miles
    Test number
    317022643495
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass87,964 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,964 miles
    Test number
    937538383511
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened And Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  8. Fail87,964 miles (+8,452)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,964 miles
    Test number
    804493142485
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened And Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  9. Pass79,512 miles (+2,486)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    79,512 miles
    Test number
    250692080972
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass77,026 miles (+2,851)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    77,026 miles
    Test number
    553809931241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,175 miles (+1,243)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,175 miles
    Test number
    488534414230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass72,932 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,932 miles
    Test number
    277924329924
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail72,932 miles (+1,282)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,932 miles
    Test number
    475500402414
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass71,650 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    71,650 miles
    Test number
    558334364779
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are starting to perish

  15. Fail71,650 miles (+447)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,650 miles
    Test number
    126321773871
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are starting to perish

  16. Pass71,203 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,203 miles
    Test number
    133823118941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,068 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    71,068 miles
    Test number
    235763215152
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail71,068 miles (+1,524)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,068 miles
    Test number
    956663415171
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass69,544 miles (+8,459)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    69,544 miles
    Test number
    247969804443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass61,085 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    61,085 miles
    Test number
    348966483045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSlight play affside front anti roll bar drop link arm lower ball joint.

  21. Fail61,085 miles (+6,577)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,085 miles
    Test number
    357276683045
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSlight play affside front anti roll bar drop link arm lower ball joint.

  22. Pass54,508 miles (+125)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,508 miles
    Test number
    865703592063
    • NoteAir bag light on

  23. Fail54,383 miles (+4,771)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,383 miles
    Test number
    469931092094
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  24. Pass49,612 miles (+5,552)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    49,612 miles
    Test number
    918428901165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteRear exhaust heatsheild corroded and resting on rear silencer

  25. Pass44,060 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    44,060 miles
    Test number
    220246710114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  26. Fail44,059 miles (+4,319)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,059 miles
    Test number
    751053210110
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  27. Pass39,740 miles (+6,677)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,740 miles
    Test number
    562004619197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  28. Pass33,063 miles (+4,334)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,063 miles
    Test number
    100536418103
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NotePower steering pump slightly noisey

  29. Pass28,729 miles (+3,880)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,729 miles
    Test number
    383360707142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass24,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    24,849 miles
    Test number
    270401816193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y251 KGU

Does Y251 KGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y251 KGU is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y251 KGU?
The MOT on Y251 KGU is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y251 KGU done?
Y251 KGU was recorded at 105,880 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 4,063 miles a year.
Has Y251 KGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y251 KGU has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y251 KGU 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 KGU find?
Y251 KGU passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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