2017 DS DS3 1.2L Petrol · YG67 ACJ

The 2026‑06‑08 MOT at 33,899 miles recorded a pass, confirming that the 2017 DS DS3 is presently roadworthy. While earlier failures in September 2025 and September 2024 exposed tyre cuts, cracked sidewalls and insecure exhaust mounts, the recent successful test shows that the vehicle has cleared the most recent inspection. The pattern of recurring defects, however, indicates that maintenance has not been consistently addressed. The recorded mileage of 33,899 miles translates to roughly 3,767 miles per year, a figure that is low for a nine‑year‑old car. Mileage jumps are evident between the 2023 test at 19,152 miles and the 2024 test at 22,431 miles, a rise of 3,279 miles, and between the 2025 test at 28,358 miles and the 2026 test at 33,899 miles, an increase of 5,541 miles. These intervals suggest periods of heavy use followed by relatively low‑kilometre operation, which may mask wear on consumables and structural components. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension system, paying close attention to the offside front coil spring that was recorded as fractured in the 2024 test and to the condition of the rear suspension bushes, which have shown signs of binding in the 2025 inspection. Examination of the brake assembly is essential, as the 2025 failure noted binding rear brakes and the 2026 test flagged a near‑side front tyre cut that could indicate uneven tyre wear affecting braking performance. The exhaust system must be checked for insecure mounting, particularly the central and offside mounts that have been defective since 2023, and for any signs of structural rust or corrosion on the chassis and subframes. Finally, the buyer ought to verify tyre condition beyond the documented cuts and sidewall cracking, test the washer fluid delivery, and confirm that the tyre pressure monitoring system operates correctly, as these items appeared repeatedly in earlier failures. A thorough visual inspection for corrosion, especially around the wheel arches and underbody, and a check of the structural integrity of the body panels will help assess whether the vehicle’s low mileage reflects genuine light use or prolonged periods of standing.