2014 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · BL14 FMJ

A clean and unblemished MOT record defines this 2014 Citroen DS3, with five test entries between January 2023 and December 2025 showing only one minor anomaly. The single failure recorded on 16 January 2024 carries no defect details, which typically points to an administrative refusal or a very minor issue resolved before the immediate retest the following day, which passed with no advisories. Across all subsequent tests in January 2025 and December 2025, the vehicle has continued to pass without a single advisory or defect being logged, representing a sustained period of roadworthy presentation at the test station. The overall trend is therefore one of consistent compliance, with no recurring component wear, structural concerns, or emissions issues appearing in the official record. With 74,832 miles recorded against a 2014 registration date, this DS3 has covered an average of roughly 6,236 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the expected range for a car of its age and class. There are no significant gaps in the MOT history that would suggest long periods off the road, and the steady accumulation of mileage implies regular rather than sporadic use. This usage profile is mechanically favourable for components that suffer from prolonged standing, such as brake calipers seizing, tyre flat-spotting, and deterioration of rubber suspension bushes, while still placing meaningful wear on consumable items like brake pads, discs, and tyres over twelve years of service. Given the complete absence of advisory entries across every recorded test, a prospective buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection and test drive, as MOT testing only samples condition at a single point in time and does not cover engine management, interior condition, or service history. On a road test, listen carefully for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as the DS3 is known for wear in the front anti-roll bar bushes and lower wishbone assemblies, and check for any steering vagueness or knocking when turning at low speed which could indicate worn drop links. At low speed, apply the brakes firmly from around 30 mph to check for any pulling to one side, vibration through the pedal, or grinding noises that would suggest binding calipers or worn discs, particularly as the vehicle has covered meaningful mileage without any recorded brake advisories to confirm component condition. Under the bonnet, inspect for any signs of oil leaks from the cam cover gasket or oil filter housing, as these are common on higher-mileage PSA engines of this era, and verify that the coolant reservoir is clean and free of oil contamination. Examine the exhaust system visually from underneath for any corrosion or blowing joints, particularly around the rear silencer and pipe connections, and confirm that the tyres are of matching age and show even wear across both axles, which would suggest no underlying suspension geometry issues. Finally, check that all dashboard warning lights extinguish promptly after start-up and that the air conditioning blows cold, as these ancillary systems are not assessed during MOT testing but are common failure points on the DS3 and can prove costly to rectify.