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Citroën DS3

Yellow · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

Y26 KECMOT history

Y26 KEC is a yellow diesel Citroën DS3 first used on 16 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 76,810 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

Y26 KEC yellow Citroen DS3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen DS3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
76,810 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y26 KEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
DS3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y26 KEC was last recorded at 76,810 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 4,134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,676 miles · 21 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4,134 miles
Average per year
4,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,810 miles
  • 2025 – 72,676 miles
  • 2024 – 67,022 miles
  • 2023 – 60,536 miles
  • 2022 – 54,874 miles
  • 2021 – 50,989 miles
  • 2020 – 48,232 miles
  • 2019 – 43,944 miles
  • 2018 – 40,640 miles
  • 2017 – 36,712 miles
  • 2016 – 30,775 miles
  • 2015 – 26,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,810 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust mounting defective 1x Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2mm & wearing Inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,810 miles (+4,134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    76,810 miles
    Test number
    808014646403
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass72,676 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    72,676 miles
    Test number
    498180947534
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective 1x Rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2mm & wearing Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Disc Faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail72,675 miles (+5,653)2 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,675 miles
    Test number
    677325898366
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective 1x Rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2mm & wearing Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Disc Faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass67,022 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    67,022 miles
    Test number
    823772759363
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail67,022 miles (+6,486)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,022 miles
    Test number
    988568857383
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass60,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    60,536 miles
    Test number
    686014372366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail60,536 miles (+5,662)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,536 miles
    Test number
    473079106643
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass54,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    54,874 miles
    Test number
    375053749290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail54,874 miles (+3,885)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,874 miles
    Test number
    362247572093
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached pinch bolt loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass50,989 miles (+2,757)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    50,989 miles
    Test number
    112799913657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,232 miles (+4,288)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    48,232 miles
    Test number
    119903684339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,944 miles (+3,304)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    43,944 miles
    Test number
    660290652525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass40,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    40,640 miles
    Test number
    826105063034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail40,640 miles (+3,928)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,640 miles
    Test number
    735041170095
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass36,712 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    36,712 miles
    Test number
    531573524485
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X 2 (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail36,712 miles (+5,937)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,712 miles
    Test number
    477094892938
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X 2 (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass30,775 miles (+4,102)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    30,775 miles
    Test number
    790747636869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,673 miles (+1,884)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    26,673 miles
    Test number
    926128683290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,789 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    24,789 miles
    Test number
    545987345033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,767 miles2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,767 miles
    Test number
    917703145067
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Questions about Y26 KEC

Does Y26 KEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y26 KEC is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y26 KEC?
The MOT on Y26 KEC is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y26 KEC done?
Y26 KEC was recorded at 76,810 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 4,458 miles a year.
Has Y26 KEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y26 KEC has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y26 KEC 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 Y26 KEC find?
Y26 KEC passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: central front oil leak, but not excessive.

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