2013 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · K17 SCJ

The 2013 Citroen DS3 passed its latest MOT on 2025‑11‑07 at 67,577 miles, yet the record carries several advisories. Front brake pads are repeatedly flagged as thin, front discs show wear, and the front tyres are near the legal tread limit. The direction indicator is slightly discoloured. These defects persist across the 2023‑2025 tests, indicating a stable wear trend rather than improvement. Mileage growth between the 2022‑10‑27 test (52,757 miles) and the most recent test added 14,820 miles in roughly three years, averaging about 5,000 miles annually. This low rate is well below the typical annual mileage for a 13‑year‑old vehicle, suggesting lighter use or periods of storage. The jump from a clean 2022 result to multiple failures in 2023 shows a concentrated period of wear, likely due to higher utilisation before the recent low‑mileage phase. A prospective buyer should inspect the front brake pads for remaining thickness, measure the front brake discs for wear, and check tyre tread depth and edge wear on both front tyres. The direction indicator should be tested for correct colour output, and the windscreen washer operated to confirm functionality. Suspension bushes and chassis areas merit visual inspection for corrosion, as low mileage does not eliminate the risk of rust or component fatigue.