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Citroën Xsara

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,997 cc

Y312 NJHMOT history

Y312 NJH is a blue diesel Citroën Xsara first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 378,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2022.

Y312 NJH blue Citroen Xsara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Citroen Xsara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2023
Mileage
378,930 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
15,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y312 NJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Xsara
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y312 NJH was last recorded at 378,930 miles on 22 Apr 2022, 2,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Apr 2010: 89,255 miles, lower than 189,250 miles on 7 Apr 2010.

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
376,915 miles · 12 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
2,015 miles
Average per year
15,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 378,930 miles
  • 2021 – 376,915 miles
  • 2019 – 352,723 miles
  • 2018 – 342,896 miles
  • 2017 – 325,264 miles
  • 2016 – 303,411 miles
  • 2015 – 279,208 miles
  • 2014 – 254,246 miles
  • 2013 – 235,612 miles
  • 2012 – 218,746 miles
  • 2011 – 203,199 miles
  • 2010 – 89,255 miles
  • 2009 – 165,960 miles
  • 2008 – 148,305 miles
  • 2007 – 135,173 miles
  • 2006 – 122,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass378,930 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Towbar component slightly corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Rear bump stops missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Noise from aux belt area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass378,930 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    378,930 miles
    Test number
    476143057142
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail378,930 miles (+2,015)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    378,930 miles
    Test number
    365400536161
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass376,915 miles (+38)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    376,915 miles
    Test number
    577965109591
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine sump area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear sub-frame and surrounding areas showing signs of corrosion.

  4. Fail376,877 miles (+24,154)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    376,877 miles
    Test number
    155792576179
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine sump area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear sub-frame and surrounding areas showing signs of corrosion.

  5. Pass352,723 miles (+9,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    352,723 miles
    Test number
    167416826852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow

  6. Pass342,896 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    342,896 miles
    Test number
    587789115007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion rear subframe,o/s outer sill,both front to rear metal brake pipes,front springs

  7. Fail342,896 miles (+17,632)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    342,896 miles
    Test number
    995097063538
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion rear subframe,o/s outer sill,both front to rear metal brake pipes,front springs

  8. Pass325,264 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    325,264 miles
    Test number
    791640477108
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNoise from aux belt area
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing
    • AdvisorySlight damage o/s n/s outer rear sills
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front springs,rear axle,o/s n/s outer sills

  9. Fail325,264 miles (+21,853)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    325,264 miles
    Test number
    343907501297
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNoise from aux belt area
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing
    • AdvisorySlight damage o/s n/s outer rear sills
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front springs,rear axle,o/s n/s outer sills

  10. Pass303,411 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    303,411 miles
    Test number
    866305430890
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNoise from aux belt area
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion n/s outer sill

  11. Fail303,411 miles (+24,203)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    303,411 miles
    Test number
    468080132275
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle arch liner (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNoise from aux belt area
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion n/s outer sill

  12. Pass279,208 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    279,208 miles
    Test number
    265343915473
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • Note1 x centre stop light n/w
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  13. Fail279,208 miles (+24,962)5 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,208 miles
    Test number
    276443315142
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • Note1 x centre stop light n/w
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  14. Pass254,246 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    254,246 miles
    Test number
    155317394097
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • NoteSurface corrosion n/s/f outer sill

  15. Fail254,246 miles (+18,634)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,246 miles
    Test number
    227297494046
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • NoteSurface corrosion n/s/f outer sill

  16. Pass235,612 miles (+16,866)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    235,612 miles
    Test number
    697018403121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • NoteSlight pulsing n/s/r lights
    • NoteSurface corrosion o/s/f outer sill

  17. Pass218,746 miles (+15,547)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    218,746 miles
    Test number
    908341812187
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass203,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    203,199 miles
    Test number
    467667391041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail203,199 miles (+113,944)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,199 miles
    Test number
    615707691006
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass89,255 miles (-99,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    89,255 miles
    Test number
    373809790022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Fail189,250 miles (+23,290)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,250 miles
    Test number
    130107190486
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass165,960 miles (+17,655)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    165,960 miles
    Test number
    774472019188
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deterated
    • NoteSlight movement n/s/f + o/s/f lower wishbone ball joint

  23. Pass148,305 miles (+13,132)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    148,305 miles
    Test number
    900710408111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass135,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    135,173 miles
    Test number
    890987197082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail135,173 miles (+12,904)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,173 miles
    Test number
    222615697079
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront position light N/S looks to be failing.

  26. Pass122,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    122,269 miles
    Test number
    143236056439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y312 NJH

Does Y312 NJH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y312 NJH expired on 21 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y312 NJH?
The MOT on Y312 NJH expired on 21 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y312 NJH done?
Y312 NJH was recorded at 378,930 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2022, an average of 15,889 miles a year.
Has Y312 NJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y312 NJH has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on Y312 NJH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Apr 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y312 NJH find?
Y312 NJH passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2022 with 5 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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