2003 Citroen Xsara 2.0L Diesel · AP53 EFB
2003 Citroen Xsara (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 134,962 miles. MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN XSARA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 134,962 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AP53 EFB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/10/2025
- 134,962 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AP53 EFB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Citroen Xsara (AP53 EFB) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.
AP53 EFB Mileage History
- 03/10/2023126,128 mi
- 28/09/2024138,438 mi+12,310 mi
- 18/10/2024130,637 mi-7,801 mi
- 16/10/2025134,962 mi+4,325 mi
- 16/10/2025134,962 mi
Average of roughly 4,335 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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