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MOT Valid
Road Tax Paid

2017 DS DS31.2L PETROL

DB17 AAA

Vehicle record for DB17 AAA: 2017 DS DS3 (WHITE, PETROL). Mileage: 54,660. MOT: valid. Tax: taxed.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 25/08/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/01/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2017
Engine
1200cc
Mechanical Assessment
The vehicle presents a generally positive roadworthiness profile with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 27 August 2025 at 54,660 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety standards. While there was a recorded failure in August 2024, the immediate re-test twenty-four hours later suggests the owner was proactive in addressing identified faults rather than allowing mechanical issues to persist. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per annum. Between March 2023 at 39,495 miles and August 2025 at 54,660 miles, the car covered 15,165 miles, showing a steady but low usage rate. The gap of 3,168 miles between the February 2024 and August 2024 indicates a period of lower activity, which typically reduces wear on drivetrain components and braking systems compared to high-mileage urban counterparts. Given the lack of recurring mechanical advisories in the digital history, a physical inspection should focus on standard wear common to low-mileage DS models of this age. Check the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, as rubber components can degrade over time regardless of low mileage. You should also inspect the brake discs for corrosion or pitting, as low-frequency use can sometimes lead to surface rust and binding calipers. The structural integrity of the chassis appears unblemised based on the absence of corrosion advisories in the previous tests.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 22 Jun 2026, 16:40
Mechanic's Historical Review
The vehicle presents a generally positive roadworthiness profile with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 27 August 2025 at 54,660 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety standards. While there was a recorded failure in August 2024, the immediate re-test twenty-four hours later suggests the owner was proactive in addressing identified faults rather than allowing mechanical issues to persist. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per annum. Between March 2023 at 39,495 miles and August 2025 at 54,660 miles, the car covered 15,165 miles, showing a steady but low usage rate. The gap of 3,168 miles between the February 2024 and August 2024 indicates a period of lower activity, which typically reduces wear on drivetrain components and braking systems compared to high-mileage urban counterparts. Given the lack of recurring mechanical advisories in the digital history, a physical inspection should focus on standard wear common to low-mileage DS models of this age. Check the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, as rubber components can degrade over time regardless of low mileage. You should also inspect the brake discs for corrosion or pitting, as low-frequency use can sometimes lead to surface rust and binding calipers. The structural integrity of the chassis appears unblemised based on the absence of corrosion advisories in the previous tests.
MOT Test History Overview

This 2017 Ds Ds3 (DB17 AAA) has a recorded MOT history spanning from March 2023 to August 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 5 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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