Citroën logo

Citroën Saxo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,124 cc

Y252 LJBMOT history

Y252 LJB is a blue petrol Citroën Saxo first used on 14 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 140,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2025
Mileage
140,449 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,050 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for Y252 LJB in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 LJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Saxo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,124 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y252 LJB was last recorded at 140,449 miles on 14 Mar 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Mar 2012: 110,168 miles, lower than 110,169 miles on 6 Mar 2012.

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
140,446 miles · 12 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 140,449 miles
  • 2023 – 137,609 miles
  • 2022 – 134,786 miles
  • 2021 – 131,489 miles
  • 2020 – 129,159 miles
  • 2019 – 125,905 miles
  • 2018 – 123,118 miles
  • 2017 – 120,589 miles
  • 2016 – 118,602 miles
  • 2015 – 116,513 miles
  • 2014 – 114,443 miles
  • 2013 – 112,429 miles
  • 2012 – 110,168 miles
  • 2011 – 107,986 miles
  • 2010 – 106,055 miles
  • 2009 – 102,662 miles
  • 2008 – 92,707 miles
  • 2007 – 80,424 miles
  • 2006 – 67,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,449 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,449 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    140,449 miles
    Test number
    155350242652
    • AdvisoryOffside 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. Fail140,446 miles (+2,837)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,446 miles
    Test number
    207138010688
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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. Pass137,609 miles (+2,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    137,609 miles
    Test number
    358545242613
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass134,786 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    134,786 miles
    Test number
    679716860448
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail134,786 miles (+3,297)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,786 miles
    Test number
    366285394596
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass131,489 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    131,489 miles
    Test number
    187838158173
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail131,485 miles (+2,326)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,485 miles
    Test number
    632719672647
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively NS + OS (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass129,159 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    129,159 miles
    Test number
    802269428018
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail129,152 miles (+3,247)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,152 miles
    Test number
    888612787261
    • MajorElectronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass125,905 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    125,905 miles
    Test number
    362426780286
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight

  11. Fail125,900 miles (+2,782)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,900 miles
    Test number
    540827353672
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  12. Pass123,118 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    123,118 miles
    Test number
    567697979537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail123,114 miles (+2,525)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,114 miles
    Test number
    325092174874
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour NS + OS (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass120,589 miles (+1,987)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    120,589 miles
    Test number
    932743114404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass118,602 miles (+2,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    118,602 miles
    Test number
    468199532764
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNSF tyre wearing low on outer edge

  16. Pass116,513 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    116,513 miles
    Test number
    238255065079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail116,509 miles (+2,066)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,509 miles
    Test number
    219664265023
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass114,443 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    114,443 miles
    Test number
    476274364049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail114,441 miles (+2,012)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,441 miles
    Test number
    447013164099
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  20. Pass112,429 miles (+2,261)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    112,429 miles
    Test number
    598224263067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass110,168 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    110,168 miles
    Test number
    557437962017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail110,169 miles (+2,183)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,169 miles
    Test number
    929726862063
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass107,986 miles (+1,931)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    107,986 miles
    Test number
    839912661003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass106,055 miles (+3,393)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    106,055 miles
    Test number
    981642760014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail102,662 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,662 miles
    Test number
    160242159499
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteScreen wash would benifit from attention

  26. Pass102,662 miles (+9,955)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    102,662 miles
    Test number
    511042959084
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteScreen wash would benifit from attention

  27. Pass92,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    92,707 miles
    Test number
    410420468041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail92,707 miles (+12,283)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,707 miles
    Test number
    983380968088
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass80,424 miles (+12,951)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    80,424 miles
    Test number
    271922267077
    • NoteBaby seat fitted to n/s/r checked seat belt as best possible.

  30. Pass67,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    67,473 miles
    Test number
    503026866013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y252 LJB

Does Y252 LJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y252 LJB expired on 13 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y252 LJB?
The MOT on Y252 LJB expired on 13 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y252 LJB done?
Y252 LJB was recorded at 140,449 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2024, an average of 4,050 miles a year.
Has Y252 LJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 LJB has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y252 LJB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Mar 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y252 LJB find?
Y252 LJB passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2024 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

Related registrations

Browse all Y252 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.