2012 Citroen DS3 1.6L Petrol · B21 RLT
2012 Citroen DS3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 08 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 50,039 miles. MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN DS3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Nov 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,039 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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B21 RLT Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/11/2023
- 50,039 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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B21 RLT MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2012 Citroen Ds3 (B21 RLT) between November 2023 and November 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën DS3
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Timing Chain Stretch (THP & VTi Engines)Serious
The 1.6-litre "Prince" petrol engines are notorious for timing chain tensioner failure and chain stretch, which can lead to catastrophic engine damage.
- High Oil ConsumptionModerate
The petrol engines are known to consume significant amounts of oil (up to 1L per 1,000 miles), which can lead to low oil pressure and accelerated engine wear.
- High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) FailureSerious
The high-pressure fuel pump on THP models is a common failure point, leading to poor running or a non-start condition.
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