2014 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · A20 NAR
2014 Citroen DS3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Jan 2014. Recorded mileage 66,425 miles. MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN DS3
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,425 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A20 NAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/01/2026
- 66,425 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A20 NAR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Citroen Ds3 (A20 NAR) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
A20 NAR Mileage History
- 23/01/202454,307 mi
- 26/01/202454,307 mi
- 22/01/202560,786 mi+6,479 mi
- 22/01/202560,786 mi
- 21/01/202666,425 mi+5,639 mi
Average of roughly 6,071 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën DS3
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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