2012 Citroen DS3 1.6L Petrol · CV62 PBY

The 2012 Citroen DS3 presents a stable and largely unremarkable MOT record, with the most recent test on 3 March 2026 at 62,689 miles passing cleanly with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is consistent and reassuring, showing no recurring mechanical or structural failures across the documented history. Two anomalous entries appear in the record—a failed test on 3 March 2026 and another on 29 February 2024, both showing no defects. These likely represent administrative or data-entry errors rather than genuine mechanical rejections, as a failed MOT without recorded defects is not technically possible under standard DVSA reporting. The underlying pattern remains one of straightforward, trouble-free compliance. The mileage accumulation tells a story of progressively lighter use. Between February 2024 at 53,856 miles and February 2025 at 60,145 miles, the car covered roughly 6,289 miles, but the following twelve months to March 2026 added only 2,544 miles. At 62,689 miles over approximately fourteen years, the annual average sits around 4,478 miles—well below typical UK usage. Such low annual mileage can introduce its own concerns: long periods of standing may have caused perished rubber components, seized brake calipers, or degraded fluid systems, even if the MOT surface record looks clean. A buyer should inspect the condition of perishable rubber items closely, including suspension bushes, track rod ends, and drive shaft gaiters, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from dry cracking rather than wear. Brake discs and calipers deserve attention too; infrequent use can lead to surface corrosion on discs and sticking pistons. Tyre age matters more than tread depth at this point—check the DOT codes, as rubber over six years old hardens and loses grip regardless of remaining tread. The exhaust system and its mountings should be examined for corrosion, particularly if the car has spent extended periods stationary. Given the absence of advisories or failures, the structural integrity appears sound, but a physical inspection of the underbody, sills, and subframes remains prudent before purchase.