2012 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · AW08 ASW
2012 Citroen DS3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 19 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 52,010 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN DS3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,010 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AW08 ASW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/06/2026
- 52,010 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AW08 ASW 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 2012 Citroen Ds3 (AW08 ASW) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 June 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: Suspension (10 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”.
AW08 ASW Mileage History
- 07/06/202444,038 mi
- 20/06/202548,041 mi+4,003 mi
- 20/06/202548,044 mi+3 mi
- 11/06/202652,010 mi+3,966 mi
- 15/06/202652,010 mi
Average of roughly 3,945 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: 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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