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Citroën Xsara

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,749 cc

Y253 JGWMOT history

Y253 JGW is a silver petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 15 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 90,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2025.

Y253 JGW silver Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2025
Mileage
90,870 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,462 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y253 JGW
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
15 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y253 JGW was last recorded at 90,870 miles on 30 Jan 2025, 1,748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,122 miles · 5 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1,748 miles
Average per year
3,462 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,870 miles
  • 2024 – 89,122 miles
  • 2023 – 86,514 miles
  • 2022 – 82,346 miles
  • 2021 – 77,856 miles
  • 2020 – 75,383 miles
  • 2019 – 72,115 miles
  • 2018 – 68,875 miles
  • 2017 – 66,587 miles
  • 2016 – 64,470 miles
  • 2015 – 62,114 miles
  • 2014 – 59,274 miles
  • 2013 – 56,221 miles
  • 2012 – 52,006 miles
  • 2011 – 47,573 miles
  • 2010 – 43,657 miles
  • 2009 – 40,751 miles
  • 2008 – 36,527 miles
  • 2007 – 30,828 miles
  • 2006 – 25,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail90,870 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures 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.

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output O/S & N/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail90,870 miles (+1,748)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,870 miles
    Test number
    822702748590
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))

  2. Pass89,122 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    89,122 miles
    Test number
    920792497951
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output O/S & N/S (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail89,091 miles (+2,577)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,091 miles
    Test number
    968806904947
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt O/S & N/S (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output O/S & N/S (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,514 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    86,514 miles
    Test number
    907604309767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    82,346 miles
    Test number
    899274104213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail82,346 miles (+4,490)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,346 miles
    Test number
    110661803091
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass77,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,856 miles
    Test number
    595818301673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,856 miles (+2,473)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,856 miles
    Test number
    180407023407
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass75,383 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    75,383 miles
    Test number
    844402823409
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail75,383 miles (+3,268)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,383 miles
    Test number
    567026829803
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass72,115 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    72,115 miles
    Test number
    801938730041
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail72,115 miles (+3,240)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,115 miles
    Test number
    200092224645
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass68,875 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,875 miles
    Test number
    146355565163
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail68,875 miles (+2,288)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,875 miles
    Test number
    716563601166
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass66,587 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,587 miles
    Test number
    139833271582
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish

  16. Fail66,587 miles (+2,117)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,587 miles
    Test number
    712605813065
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish

  17. Pass64,470 miles (+2,356)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,470 miles
    Test number
    654132848122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,114 miles (+2,840)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    62,114 miles
    Test number
    769809665048
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass59,274 miles (+3,053)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,274 miles
    Test number
    248967254034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,221 miles (+4,215)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    56,221 miles
    Test number
    106571353449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    52,006 miles
    Test number
    196648842099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,006 miles (+4,433)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,006 miles
    Test number
    728647142089
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass47,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,573 miles
    Test number
    496163051034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail47,573 miles (+3,916)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,573 miles
    Test number
    915262651029
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass43,657 miles (+2,906)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,657 miles
    Test number
    723946050033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,751 miles (+4,224)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,751 miles
    Test number
    811255079062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,527 miles (+5,699)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,527 miles
    Test number
    300545878040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,828 miles (+5,315)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,828 miles
    Test number
    163243177497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass25,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    25,513 miles
    Test number
    271464876067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y253 JGW

Does Y253 JGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y253 JGW expired on 4 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y253 JGW?
The MOT on Y253 JGW expired on 4 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y253 JGW done?
Y253 JGW was recorded at 90,870 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2025, an average of 3,462 miles a year.
Has Y253 JGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y253 JGW has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y253 JGW 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 Y253 JGW find?
Y253 JGW failed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2025 with 6 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; nearside position lamp showing white light to the rear; nearside rear rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light, and 6 more.

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