2012 CITROEN DS31.6L Petrol

The most recent MOT test for this 2012 Citroën DS3, conducted on 11 November 2025 at 85,282 miles, resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. Despite the unusual double-testing in November 2025—where the vehicle failed at 85,280 miles before passing at 85,282—there is no evidence of recurring mechanical issues. The pattern over the past three years remains stable, with no advisories or serious faults reported across five tests. However, the repeated retesting suggests either a minor oversight in scheduling or a brief period of uncertainty, though no technical failures were documented. The recorded mileage of 85,282 miles over 14 years aligns with typical usage for this vehicle’s age, averaging around 6,092 miles annually. There are no significant gaps or abrupt jumps in mileage between tests, though the 2024 retesting—just five days apart—indicates a brief lapse in regular servicing. The consistency in mileage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to extreme conditions or neglect, though the lack of pre-MOT maintenance records means no insight into service intervals or wear-and-tear management. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, as these often degrade predictably over 14 years. The absence of brake-related failures does not preclude wear—check for uneven disc thickness, caliper binding, or excessive rotor glazing, especially if the vehicle has experienced hard braking. Structural integrity should also be assessed, focusing on wheel arches, sills, and underbody corrosion, as these areas are prone to deterioration in older vehicles. The double-testing in 2025, while technically minor, warrants confirmation that no hidden issues were overlooked during the initial inspection.