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Citroën Saxo

White · Petrol · 2001 · 1,124 cc

Y38 VDXMOT history

Y38 VDX is a white petrol Citroën Saxo first used on 16 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 49,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
49,841 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y38 VDX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Saxo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,124 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y38 VDX was last recorded at 49,841 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,900 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
941 miles
Average per year
1,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,841 miles
  • 2025 – 48,900 miles
  • 2024 – 48,242 miles
  • 2020 – 48,207 miles
  • 2019 – 48,188 miles
  • 2018 – 48,110 miles
  • 2017 – 47,371 miles
  • 2016 – 47,216 miles
  • 2015 – 45,681 miles
  • 2014 – 44,106 miles
  • 2013 – 42,941 miles
  • 2012 – 41,609 miles
  • 2011 – 40,060 miles
  • 2010 – 37,540 miles
  • 2009 – 33,716 miles
  • 2008 – 29,777 miles
  • 2007 – 24,573 miles
  • 2006 – 18,027 miles
  • 2005 – 12,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,841 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Getting low on tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,841 miles (+941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    49,841 miles
    Test number
    414259226786
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Pass48,900 miles (+658)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    48,900 miles
    Test number
    317369648348
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass48,242 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    48,242 miles
    Test number
    682100023626
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Getting low on tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail48,241 miles (+34)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,241 miles
    Test number
    262805653177
    • MajorNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit Contacts close to bonnet due to height and not seated properly in cradle (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides, corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Getting low on tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass48,207 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    48,207 miles
    Test number
    223694692700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,188 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    48,188 miles
    Test number
    675951938179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,110 miles (+739)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    48,110 miles
    Test number
    758333766808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,371 miles
    Test number
    605627899862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail47,371 miles (+155)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,371 miles
    Test number
    584825450861
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass47,216 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    47,216 miles
    Test number
    361897902818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  11. Fail47,213 miles (+1,532)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,213 miles
    Test number
    896452575960
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass45,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    45,681 miles
    Test number
    195762003733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail45,681 miles (+1,575)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,681 miles
    Test number
    958917418109
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive not tested (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive not tested (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass44,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,106 miles
    Test number
    478829434245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,106 miles (+1,165)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,106 miles
    Test number
    139109134247
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass42,941 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,941 miles
    Test number
    907849893139
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Fail42,887 miles (+1,278)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,887 miles
    Test number
    256146393108
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNsf,osr and nsr tyres very cracked & perished .OE tyres

  18. Pass41,609 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    41,609 miles
    Test number
    117192112254
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear tyres VERY cracked perished(original tyres from 2001)also nsf original
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  19. Fail41,609 miles (+1,549)1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,609 miles
    Test number
    756362412237
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear tyres VERY cracked perished(original tyres from 2001)also nsf original
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  20. Pass40,060 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,060 miles
    Test number
    766040901203
    • NoteNSF & rear tyres tread Very perished(original tyres from new)

  21. Fail40,060 miles (+2,520)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,060 miles
    Test number
    819340501230
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNSF & rear tyres tread Very perished(original tyres from new)

  22. Pass37,540 miles (+46)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    37,540 miles
    Test number
    901166690185
    • NoteRear brakes imbalanced

  23. Fail37,494 miles (+3,778)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,494 miles
    Test number
    230054690454
    • DangerousOsr handbrake cable rubbing on osr wheel
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear brakes imbalanced

  24. Pass33,716 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    33,716 miles
    Test number
    882446699129
    • NoteHandbrake almost at maximum travel

  25. Fail33,716 miles (+3,939)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,716 miles
    Test number
    130676199150
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteHandbrake almost at maximum travel

  26. Pass29,777 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    29,777 miles
    Test number
    744783898170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHandbrake almost at maximum travel

  27. Fail29,777 miles (+5,204)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,777 miles
    Test number
    224213298113
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHandbrake almost at maximum travel

  28. Pass24,573 miles (+6,546)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,573 miles
    Test number
    564423097163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass18,027 miles (+5,059)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    18,027 miles
    Test number
    233355686106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass12,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    12,968 miles
    Test number
    204666885449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y38 VDX

Does Y38 VDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y38 VDX is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y38 VDX?
The MOT on Y38 VDX is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y38 VDX done?
Y38 VDX was recorded at 49,841 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 1,778 miles a year.
Has Y38 VDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y38 VDX has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y38 VDX 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 Y38 VDX find?
Y38 VDX passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides.

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