2016 DS DS31.6L Diesel

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 13 December 2023 at 63 432 miles, but the test recorded several advisories: front brake disc wear (1.1.14 (a)(i)), a severely deteriorated offside front constant‑velocity boot (6.1.7 (g)(i)), a nearside rear wheel distortion (5.2.2 (c)(i)) and a front tyre with a sidewall cut and tread at the legal limit (5.2.3 (e)). The maintenance trend shows brake and tyre wear persisting; the September 2021 failure highlighted rear brake disc pitting, offside rear inner pad thickness below 1.5 mm and two worn rear tyres, yet subsequent tests have reduced these issues to non‑critical levels. Overall roadworthiness is maintained, though the recurring advisories indicate a stable condition rather than improvement. Between July 2019 (39 890 miles) and December 2023 the mileage rose by roughly 23 500 miles, averaging about 5 900 miles per year—slightly below the typical 6 300‑6 500 mile annual increase for a six‑year‑old car. Test intervals are irregular, with gaps of 12‑15 months, suggesting occasional lapses in routine inspection. The mileage accumulation is modest and does not imply excessive wear from high‑usage patterns. A buyer should inspect the front brake discs for uneven wear and verify pad thickness, as the 2023 advisory and the 2021 pad‑thickness failure indicate ongoing brake wear. Tyre condition is critical; the nearside front tyre shows a sidewall cut and tread at the legal limit, so a hands‑on check for cuts, bulges and uneven wear is essential. Repeated wheel distortion advisories on the rear and front wheels point to possible suspension or hub bearing wear, meriting a close look at suspension bushes and wheel bearings. The offside front constant‑velocity boot is severely deteriorated; a visual inspection for grease leakage and cracking is required. Finally, review oil condition and look for any signs of past oil leaks, as the vehicle recorded leaks in 2020 and 2021, indicating potential seal wear that should be examined.