The road tax status for MK53 LSV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for MK53 LSV?

The MOT for MK53 LSV is valid and due for renewal on or before 21 October 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of MK53 LSV?

The recorded mileage for MK53 LSV is 99,406 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is MK53 LSV ULEZ compliant?

No, MK53 LSV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Citroen C3 1.6L Petrol · MK53 LSV

MK53 LSV

2003 Citroen C3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 17/10/2003. Recorded mileage 99,406 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: CITROEN C3
Year / Origin: 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
MOT Status: Valid until 21/10/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 99,406 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 21/10/2025

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Mileage: 99,406 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2003
Engine: 1587cc

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MK53 LSV Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2024
99,406 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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MK53 LSV Mileage History

10/08/202288,038 mi
17/08/202393,055 mi+5,017 mi
25/08/202393,067 mi+12 mi
22/10/202499,406 mi+6,339 mi
23/10/202499,406 mi

Average of roughly 5,158 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

MK53 LSV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 16:41

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Citroen C3 (MK53 LSV) between August 2022 and October 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 23 October 2024 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 (10 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Steering (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 18 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))”; “Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))”.

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