2013 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · DL02 LES

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of recurring mechanical defects and deferred minor repairs. The most recent test in May 2026 at 76,297 miles passed despite identified issues with play in the nearside front track rod end ball joint and a broken rear exhaust bracket. This exhaust mounting issue is a persistent fault, having appeared in every test record back to at least 2023, suggesting that the owner has consistently ignored non-critical hardware failures until they prompted an advisory. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 76,297 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,869 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent across the records, with roughly 4,300 miles driven between the May 2025 and 2026 tests. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, the low-frequency nature of the use often leads to the degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion on braking elements that are not used frequently to stay clean. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension, as the noted play in the track rod end indicates the beginning of wear in the steering geometry. The 2025 advisory regarding perished rear tyres and a cut nearside front tyre suggests the rubber may be failing due to age rather than tread depth. Furthermore, the pitted and scored rear brake discs noted in 2025 are typical of low-mileage cars sitting for long periods, but they should be checked for thickness to ensure they have not reached the minimum legal limit.