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Citroën Saxo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,124 cc

Y278 LJBMOT history

Y278 LJB is a blue petrol Citroën Saxo first used on 14 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 81,010 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2022
Mileage
81,010 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 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 19 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y278 LJB was last recorded at 81,010 miles on 17 Oct 2023, 2,416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,594 miles · 20 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
2,416 miles
Average per year
3,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 81,010 miles
  • 2021 – 78,594 miles
  • 2020 – 75,837 miles
  • 2019 – 72,969 miles
  • 2018 – 68,952 miles
  • 2017 – 65,211 miles
  • 2016 – 61,475 miles
  • 2015 – 55,423 miles
  • 2014 – 44,430 miles
  • 2013 – 34,776 miles
  • 2012 – 24,017 miles
  • 2011 – 17,373 miles
  • 2010 – 17,029 miles
  • 2009 – 16,313 miles
  • 2008 – 15,644 miles
  • 2007 – 14,681 miles
  • 2006 – 13,431 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail81,010 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Axle deformed and unserviceable (5.1.1 (a))
  • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBaulk head has surface corrosion
  • AdvisoryBoth front inner bays have surface corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Eml light on dash

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail81,010 miles (+2,416)2 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,010 miles
    Test number
    244165325569
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Axle deformed and unserviceable (5.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBaulk head has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner bays have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass78,594 miles (+2,757)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    78,594 miles
    Test number
    344101561265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface Corrosion throughout underside of vehicle.

  3. Pass75,837 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,837 miles
    Test number
    110079196279
    • AdvisoryO/S/F door corroded (inner)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail75,837 miles (+2,868)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,837 miles
    Test number
    644000432962
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F door corroded (inner)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,969 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    72,969 miles
    Test number
    382928661300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail72,692 miles (+3,740)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,692 miles
    Test number
    203268431009
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass68,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,952 miles
    Test number
    263782922827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail68,952 miles (+3,741)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,952 miles
    Test number
    224371837511
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass65,211 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    65,211 miles
    Test number
    824752068510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake Caliper Retainer bracket snapped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail65,211 miles (+3,736)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,211 miles
    Test number
    398952310363
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake Caliper Retainer bracket snapped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass61,475 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    61,475 miles
    Test number
    686885382587
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash

  12. Fail61,451 miles (+6,028)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,451 miles
    Test number
    280900730896
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no pump working (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash

  13. Pass55,423 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    55,423 miles
    Test number
    564389465006
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash

  14. Fail55,423 miles (+10,993)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,423 miles
    Test number
    229007792419
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash

  15. Pass44,430 miles (+9,654)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,430 miles
    Test number
    379587524235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,776 miles (+10,759)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,776 miles
    Test number
    368562213293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,017 miles (+6,644)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    24,017 miles
    Test number
    868394512224
    • NotePin hole in offside front drive shaft outer CV gaiter.

  18. Pass17,373 miles (+344)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    17,373 miles
    Test number
    108963611296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass17,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    17,029 miles
    Test number
    250385040438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail17,029 miles (+716)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,029 miles
    Test number
    212005940478
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Pass16,313 miles (+669)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    16,313 miles
    Test number
    711688049105
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  22. Pass15,644 miles (+963)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    15,644 miles
    Test number
    183213748168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,681 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2008
    Odometer
    14,681 miles
    Test number
    101421147193
    • NoteSame as advise sheet test number 852451047161

  24. Fail14,681 miles (+1,250)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,681 miles
    Test number
    852451047161
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished and worn near limit on outer edge
    • NotePossable signs of dampness at steering rack

  25. Pass13,431 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2007
    Odometer
    13,431 miles
    Test number
    842792546124
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brakes binding slightly

Questions about Y278 LJB

Does Y278 LJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 LJB expired on 19 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 LJB?
The MOT on Y278 LJB expired on 19 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 LJB done?
Y278 LJB was recorded at 81,010 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2023, an average of 3,883 miles a year.
Has Y278 LJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 LJB has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on Y278 LJB 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 Y278 LJB find?
Y278 LJB failed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear axle deformed and unserviceable; front brake disc significantly and obviously worn, and 12 more.

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