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Citroën Xsara

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,749 cc

Y281 KHCMOT history

Y281 KHC is a silver petrol Citroën Xsara first used on 19 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 175,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

Y281 KHC 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 Aug 2027
Mileage
175,500 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,631 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 KHC
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
19 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 KHC was last recorded at 175,500 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 8,019 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,481 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,019 miles
Average per year
6,631 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,500 miles
  • 2025 – 167,481 miles
  • 2024 – 158,623 miles
  • 2023 – 151,216 miles
  • 2022 – 139,970 miles
  • 2021 – 130,729 miles
  • 2020 – 123,677 miles
  • 2019 – 116,918 miles
  • 2018 – 109,169 miles
  • 2017 – 102,128 miles
  • 2016 – 96,550 miles
  • 2015 – 90,443 miles
  • 2014 – 82,968 miles
  • 2013 – 75,002 miles
  • 2012 – 66,139 miles
  • 2011 – 60,623 miles
  • 2010 – 58,967 miles
  • 2009 – 57,095 miles
  • 2008 – 51,531 miles
  • 2007 – 48,116 miles
  • 2006 – 42,007 miles
  • 2005 – 35,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,500 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing close to limits on outer edge

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 Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside front fog lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Spare tyre defective deflated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

34 tests since 13 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,500 miles (+8,019)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    175,500 miles
    Test number
    884183380353
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing close to limits on outer edge

  2. Pass167,481 miles (+8,858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    167,481 miles
    Test number
    780570300091
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps discoloured but holding patterns

  3. Pass158,623 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    158,623 miles
    Test number
    357602289671
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail158,613 miles (+7,397)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,613 miles
    Test number
    728878182678
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass151,216 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    151,216 miles
    Test number
    546619233434
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog lamp not working

  6. Fail151,211 miles (+11,241)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,211 miles
    Test number
    276470238911
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog lamp not working

  7. Pass139,970 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    139,970 miles
    Test number
    357410587143
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail139,963 miles (+9,234)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,963 miles
    Test number
    467867485319
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass130,729 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    130,729 miles
    Test number
    274255309706
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail130,721 miles (+7,044)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,721 miles
    Test number
    870707803857
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass123,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    123,677 miles
    Test number
    605772432594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,677 miles (+6,759)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,677 miles
    Test number
    858971383404
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass116,918 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    116,918 miles
    Test number
    355192075120
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective deflated

  14. Fail116,909 miles (+7,740)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,909 miles
    Test number
    684352530488
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective deflated

  15. Pass109,169 miles (+7,041)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    109,169 miles
    Test number
    978995542589
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (7.1.2)

  16. Pass102,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    102,128 miles
    Test number
    279266073547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail102,128 miles (+5,578)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,128 miles
    Test number
    714404196086
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  18. Pass96,550 miles (+6,107)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    96,550 miles
    Test number
    446071201418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre showing signs of cracking and aging
    • AdvisorySpare tyre flat

  19. Pass90,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    90,443 miles
    Test number
    667243145000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail90,435 miles (+7,467)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,435 miles
    Test number
    819333645000
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass82,968 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    82,968 miles
    Test number
    959934144080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,960 miles (+7,958)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,960 miles
    Test number
    135533444060
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

  23. Pass75,002 miles (+8,863)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    75,002 miles
    Test number
    696319533021
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  24. Pass66,139 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,139 miles
    Test number
    559111742058
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteManagment light on
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2mm outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
    • NoteWindscreen marked

  25. Fail66,139 miles (+5,516)2 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,139 miles
    Test number
    408841542004
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteManagment light on
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2mm outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
    • NoteWindscreen marked

  26. Pass60,623 miles (+1,656)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    60,623 miles
    Test number
    108595831477
    • NoteEngine light on the dash

  27. Fail58,967 miles2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,967 miles
    Test number
    193599130020
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWheel trims fitted unable to inspect front brake pads

  28. Pass58,967 miles (+1,872)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,967 miles
    Test number
    334499330037
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWheel trims fitted unable to inspect front brake pads

  29. Pass57,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    57,095 miles
    Test number
    110809309403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail57,095 miles (+5,564)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,095 miles
    Test number
    772889009084
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  31. Pass51,531 miles (+3,415)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    51,531 miles
    Test number
    901349438027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass48,116 miles (+6,109)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,116 miles
    Test number
    941262597106
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smeer

  33. Pass42,007 miles (+6,268)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    42,007 miles
    Test number
    121042496119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  34. Pass35,739 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    35,739 miles
    Test number
    500294095183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y281 KHC

Does Y281 KHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y281 KHC is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y281 KHC?
The MOT on Y281 KHC is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y281 KHC done?
Y281 KHC was recorded at 175,500 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 6,631 miles a year.
Has Y281 KHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 KHC has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on Y281 KHC 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 Y281 KHC find?
Y281 KHC passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre wearing close to limits on outer edge.

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