What does the cryptic crossword clue "See drain in a mess - and part of vehicle by kerb? (8)" mean?

The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of SEE + DRAIN = NEARSIDE The answer is NEARSIDE.

See drain in a mess - and part of vehicle by kerb? (8)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17512 | 10 Across | 2024-12-17 flower