2015 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · CK15 XGF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 98,663 miles, the immediate failure on that same day highlights significant mechanical neglect just prior. The trend shows a recurring pattern of allowing critical components, such as drive shafts and tyres, to deteriorate until they triggered a legal failure. This suggests the previous owner only addressed faults when forced by the MOT tester rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 98,663 miles over 11 years, the DS3 averages approximately 9,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a small hatchback. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 10,000 miles driven between the July 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 9,000 miles leading up to the 2025 inspection. This regularity indicates the car is used regularly, which generally helps prevent the degradation of rubber seals and brake components. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension and drivetrain area. The record shows repeated issues with the nearside front drive shaft and its CV boot, alongside a failure for an offside track rod end with excessive play in 2025. These indicate wear in the steering and power delivery components that may recur elsewhere. The oil leak noted in the 2025 test, while described as non-excessive, requires a physical inspection to determine if it originates from a minor seal or a more significant gasket failure that could worsen. The history also demonstrates a lack of tyre management, with multiple entries for tyres reaching legal limits or wearing edges across 2023, 2024, and 2025. The buyer should check the current tyres for uneven wear, which would suggest alignment issues stemming from the previously flagged suspension faults. Additionally, the exhaust mounting failure noted in 2024 should be verified to ensure the system is secure and not prone to excessive vibration or noise.