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Citroën Xsara

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,749 cc

Y273 JRAMOT history

Y273 JRA is a silver petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 26 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 109,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

Y273 JRA silver Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
109,877 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y273 JRA
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
26 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y273 JRA was last recorded at 109,877 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Dec 2021: 93,422 miles, lower than 94,321 miles on 9 Dec 2021.

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
109,876 miles · 11 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,877 miles
  • 2024 – 105,664 miles
  • 2023 – 101,234 miles
  • 2022 – 96,944 miles
  • 2021 – 93,422 miles
  • 2020 – 90,236 miles
  • 2019 – 84,086 miles
  • 2018 – 81,980 miles
  • 2017 – 81,793 miles
  • 2016 – 80,239 miles
  • 2015 – 77,916 miles
  • 2014 – 75,821 miles
  • 2013 – 73,808 miles
  • 2012 – 70,767 miles
  • 2011 – 67,171 miles
  • 2010 – 64,028 miles
  • 2009 – 60,089 miles
  • 2008 – 56,228 miles
  • 2007 – 53,038 miles
  • 2006 – 48,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,877 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySpare tyre unserviceableRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting plate..

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,877 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    109,877 miles
    Test number
    794555778476
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre unserviceable

  2. Fail109,876 miles (+4,212)2 major2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,876 miles
    Test number
    142442788147
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre unserviceable

  3. Pass105,664 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    105,664 miles
    Test number
    297162256732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting plate.. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    211616853159
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting plate.. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass101,234 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    101,234 miles
    Test number
    595602611658
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail101,232 miles (+4,288)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,232 miles
    Test number
    668657445933
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Pass96,944 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,944 miles
    Test number
    163555219317
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVery low engine oil..

  8. Fail96,924 miles (+3,502)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,924 miles
    Test number
    608990000457
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVery low engine oil..

  9. Pass93,422 miles (-899)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,422 miles
    Test number
    121140880997
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to exposing cords (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail94,321 miles (+4,085)1 dangerous6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,321 miles
    Test number
    392460883964
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to exposing cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass90,236 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    90,236 miles
    Test number
    261150509391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail90,235 miles (+6,149)3 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,235 miles
    Test number
    594246967123
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass84,086 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,086 miles
    Test number
    332850010123
    • AdvisoryNear side outer sill corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail84,084 miles (+2,104)12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,084 miles
    Test number
    939059756177
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour Off side and near side (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working Off side and near side (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNear side outer sill corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass81,980 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,980 miles
    Test number
    610278308234
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Fail81,980 miles (+187)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,980 miles
    Test number
    294698250995
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  17. Pass81,793 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    81,793 miles
    Test number
    794438847570
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail81,793 miles (+1,554)5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,793 miles
    Test number
    441374138092
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass80,239 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,239 miles
    Test number
    752825254660
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  20. Fail80,237 miles (+2,321)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,237 miles
    Test number
    715883544872
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  21. Pass77,916 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    77,916 miles
    Test number
    657286956349
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail77,914 miles (+2,093)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,914 miles
    Test number
    288135328530
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass75,821 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,821 miles
    Test number
    196686424288
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on the outter edge

  24. Fail75,819 miles (+2,011)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,819 miles
    Test number
    305981524481
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on the outter edge

  25. Pass73,808 miles (+3,041)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    73,808 miles
    Test number
    308411623222
    • NoteBoth wiper blades split on ends

  26. Pass70,767 miles (+3,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    70,767 miles
    Test number
    319492022244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass67,171 miles (+3,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    67,171 miles
    Test number
    578093221270
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass64,028 miles (+3,939)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    64,028 miles
    Test number
    693648910262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  29. Pass60,089 miles (+3,861)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    60,089 miles
    Test number
    303199319204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass56,228 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    56,228 miles
    Test number
    454821428206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail56,226 miles (+3,188)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,226 miles
    Test number
    341018818455
    • DangerousStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  32. Pass53,038 miles (+4,873)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    53,038 miles
    Test number
    663049617239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass48,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    48,165 miles
    Test number
    263824116298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail48,165 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,165 miles
    Test number
    342914116218
    • Repaired at testNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about Y273 JRA

Does Y273 JRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y273 JRA is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y273 JRA?
The MOT on Y273 JRA is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y273 JRA done?
Y273 JRA was recorded at 109,877 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 3,186 miles a year.
Has Y273 JRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y273 JRA has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y273 JRA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Dec 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y273 JRA find?
Y273 JRA passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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