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Citroën Xsara

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,997 cc

Y252 CVCMOT history

Y252 CVC is a red diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 20 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 169,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2022.

Y252 CVC red Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2023
Mileage
169,770 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2022
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 CVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y252 CVC was last recorded at 169,770 miles on 4 Aug 2022, 1,508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,262 miles · 31 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,508 miles
Average per year
6,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 169,770 miles
  • 2021 – 168,262 miles
  • 2020 – 165,072 miles
  • 2019 – 161,844 miles
  • 2018 – 158,127 miles
  • 2017 – 155,046 miles
  • 2016 – 150,525 miles
  • 2015 – 145,563 miles
  • 2014 – 137,913 miles
  • 2013 – 132,396 miles
  • 2012 – 126,815 miles
  • 2011 – 120,454 miles
  • 2010 – 112,415 miles
  • 2009 – 104,049 miles
  • 2008 – 95,088 miles
  • 2007 – 73,916 miles
  • 2006 – 72,465 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,770 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Steering box has seepage rack fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,770 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    169,770 miles
    Test number
    705300695977
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail169,770 miles (+1,508)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,770 miles
    Test number
    901598731942
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass168,262 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    168,262 miles
    Test number
    626044625353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail168,142 miles (+3,070)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,142 miles
    Test number
    135906850241
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass165,072 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    165,072 miles
    Test number
    445272378763
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage rack fitted (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Fail165,072 miles (+3,228)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,072 miles
    Test number
    564351123266
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage rack fitted (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  7. Pass161,844 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    161,844 miles
    Test number
    441205802905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail161,843 miles (+3,716)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,843 miles
    Test number
    317472826431
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass158,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    158,127 miles
    Test number
    986990384446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail158,127 miles (+3,081)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,127 miles
    Test number
    730299758415
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened top mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass155,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    155,046 miles
    Test number
    932105475282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail155,046 miles (+4,521)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,046 miles
    Test number
    923291519144
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass150,525 miles (+202)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    150,525 miles
    Test number
    500046675733
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Fail150,323 miles (+4,760)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,323 miles
    Test number
    135089633413
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass145,563 miles (+7,650)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    145,563 miles
    Test number
    596628395120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass137,913 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    137,913 miles
    Test number
    516156104281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail137,814 miles (+5,418)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,814 miles
    Test number
    356263704495
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass132,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    132,396 miles
    Test number
    606196103202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail132,395 miles (+5,580)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,395 miles
    Test number
    748386003252
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass126,815 miles (+6,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    126,815 miles
    Test number
    118850802285
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass120,454 miles (+8,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    120,454 miles
    Test number
    529347201270
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass112,415 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    112,415 miles
    Test number
    390600490186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail112,357 miles (+8,308)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,357 miles
    Test number
    763752470186
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

  24. Pass104,049 miles (+8,961)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    104,049 miles
    Test number
    383044579151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass95,088 miles (+7,398)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    95,088 miles
    Test number
    501715348282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass87,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    87,690 miles
    Test number
    161781218063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail87,689 miles (+13,773)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,689 miles
    Test number
    320771918028
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  28. Pass73,916 miles (+1,451)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    73,916 miles
    Test number
    553726417031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass72,465 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    72,465 miles
    Test number
    560110576102
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y252 CVC

Does Y252 CVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y252 CVC expired on 30 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y252 CVC?
The MOT on Y252 CVC expired on 30 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y252 CVC done?
Y252 CVC was recorded at 169,770 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2022, an average of 6,034 miles a year.
Has Y252 CVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 CVC has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on Y252 CVC 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 Y252 CVC find?
Y252 CVC passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2022 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front fog light not working; oil leak, but not excessive.

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