2017 DS DS3 1.2L Petrol · A7 YXF

The vehicle currently holds a PASSED MOT on 2025-11-08, indicating that the mechanical condition has remained within acceptable limits up to that date. However, the most recent test on 2024-10-30 failed with an offside rear coil spring fractured at the bottom, which is a serious structural defect that must be addressed immediately. This failure suggests a maintenance trend that has deteriorated over the past two years, likely due to the rapid accumulation of mileage on the 26,746-mile record. The vehicle has maintained a very low mileage profile relative to its age, averaging approximately 2,972 miles per year, which is significantly lower than the typical 10,000+ mile annuality for a 2017 model. While the low mileage suggests the vehicle may have been driven less frequently or may have been stored, the consistent record of passing tests up to November 2025 indicates that the mechanical condition has remained stable and non-defective for over two years. This stability is crucial, as the failure of the coil spring in October 2024 represents a critical gap in the maintenance history that the buyer must verify before proceeding. Given the structural failure of the coil spring and the lack of evidence of other major defects, the vehicle is roadworthy but carries a significant risk of imminent failure. The buyer should inspect the rear suspension for alignment and bushings, the suspension components for corrosion, and the brakes for binding conditions. A buyer should also check the exhaust system and drivetrain for wear, as these components are frequently cited as failure points in recent MOTs. If the coil spring fracture is confirmed, the vehicle should be repaired or replaced before any further use to prevent catastrophic breakdown.