2014 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · A3 JDO
2014 Citroen DS3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 21 Mar 2014. Recorded mileage 117,210 miles. MOT valid until 13 Nov 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN DS3
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,210 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A3 JDO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/11/2026
- 117,210 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A3 JDO 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 (A3 JDO) between October 2024 and November 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 November 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 (8 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
A3 JDO Mileage History
- 24/10/202498,693 mi
- 27/10/2025108,652 mi+9,959 mi
- 30/10/2026117,208 mi+8,556 mi
- 30/10/2026117,029 mi-179 mi
- 02/11/2026117,210 mi+181 mi
Average of roughly 9,151 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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: Below Average
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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