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Citroën Saxo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,360 cc

Y281 VCCMOT history

Y281 VCC is a silver petrol Citroën Saxo first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 70,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2026
Mileage
70,334 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 VCC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Saxo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,360 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 VCC was last recorded at 70,334 miles on 25 Apr 2025, 672 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,662 miles · 30 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
672 miles
Average per year
3,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 70,334 miles
  • 2024 – 69,662 miles
  • 2023 – 68,809 miles
  • 2022 – 62,004 miles
  • 2021 – 54,964 miles
  • 2020 – 49,035 miles
  • 2019 – 43,133 miles
  • 2018 – 37,615 miles
  • 2017 – 30,172 miles
  • 2016 – 26,476 miles
  • 2015 – 24,442 miles
  • 2014 – 22,405 miles
  • 2013 – 18,764 miles
  • 2012 – 17,055 miles
  • 2011 – 14,000 miles
  • 2010 – 11,498 miles
  • 2009 – 11,011 miles
  • 2008 – 10,325 miles
  • 2007 – 9,926 miles
  • 2006 – 9,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,334 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,334 miles (+672)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    70,334 miles
    Test number
    504872032948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass69,662 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,662 miles
    Test number
    125889067983
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail69,606 miles (+797)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,606 miles
    Test number
    881312337587
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass68,809 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    68,809 miles
    Test number
    637825783539
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (joint) (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail68,809 miles (+6,805)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,809 miles
    Test number
    171847606899
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (joint) (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass62,004 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    62,004 miles
    Test number
    960878875471
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail62,000 miles (+7,036)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,000 miles
    Test number
    365675847166
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass54,964 miles (+5,929)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    54,964 miles
    Test number
    633323474904
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

  9. Pass49,035 miles (+5,902)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    49,035 miles
    Test number
    125281702293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,133 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    43,133 miles
    Test number
    818834170655
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail43,132 miles (+5,517)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,132 miles
    Test number
    304138869899
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass37,615 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    37,615 miles
    Test number
    900223074982
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Gearbox

  13. Fail37,615 miles (+7,443)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,615 miles
    Test number
    926930575785
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Gearbox

  14. Pass30,172 miles (+146)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    30,172 miles
    Test number
    219651632027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail30,026 miles (+3,550)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,026 miles
    Test number
    413662629201
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre Cracking Badly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass26,476 miles (+2,034)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    26,476 miles
    Test number
    889881529156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,442 miles (+2,037)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    24,442 miles
    Test number
    485131805115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    22,405 miles
    Test number
    215860704407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail22,405 miles (+3,641)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,405 miles
    Test number
    175659494024
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass18,764 miles (+1,709)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    18,764 miles
    Test number
    856616503103
    • NoteAll tyres are cracking but no cords showing

  21. Pass17,055 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    17,055 miles
    Test number
    236013902466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSlight cracking on all tyres but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

  22. Fail17,055 miles (+3,055)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,055 miles
    Test number
    907733702170
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSlight cracking on all tyres but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

  23. Pass14,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    14,000 miles
    Test number
    655682201115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail14,000 miles (+2,502)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,000 miles
    Test number
    426872801174
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass11,498 miles (+487)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    11,498 miles
    Test number
    150957560055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass11,011 miles (+686)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    11,011 miles
    Test number
    924171159003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass10,325 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    10,325 miles
    Test number
    952261758005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass9,926 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    9,926 miles
    Test number
    384772957006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass9,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    9,802 miles
    Test number
    242152866015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y281 VCC

Does Y281 VCC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y281 VCC expired on 29 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y281 VCC?
The MOT on Y281 VCC expired on 29 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y281 VCC done?
Y281 VCC was recorded at 70,334 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2025, an average of 3,162 miles a year.
Has Y281 VCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 VCC has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y281 VCC 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 VCC find?
Y281 VCC passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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