2014 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · BU14 AEO

The Citroen DS3 presents as roadworthy following the most recent test on 10 June 2025 at 114,050 miles, where the tester recorded a pass with no defects. The maintenance trend appears stable and clean across the available history. One day earlier on 9 June 2025 the same mileage produced a failure with no defects listed, an anomaly that suggests an administrative rejection or an unrecorded minor fault promptly corrected before the subsequent pass. Annual testing from March 2022 through March 2024 shows consistent mileage progression, with 100,631 miles recorded in March 2022, 104,666 in March 2023 and 108,801 in March 2024, equating to roughly 4,000 to 4,200 miles per year in that period. The step to 114,050 miles by June 2025 indicates about 5,250 miles added over fifteen months, keeping the overall average near 9,500 miles per year for the vehicle's twelve year life. The record is sparse on advisories but clean, implying the previous owner maintained statutory testing without lapse and likely addressed consumables outside the test bay. Despite the absence of flagged defects, a buyer should physically inspect typical high age components on this DS3. The tester noted no corrosion or structural integrity issues, yet suspension bushes and coil springs on a 2014 hatch at 114,050 miles warrant hands on checks for fatigue. The buyer must measure brake discs and calipers for wear and binding, as MOT silence does not confirm component life remaining. Exhaust emissions passed each time, but a pre purchase examination of the catalytic converter and mountings remains prudent. Given the unexplained June 2025 failure, verify the V5C and any re test documentation to rule out hidden rectification. The vehicle's care pattern reflects compliant ownership, though independent verification of mechanical condition is advised before purchase.