2017 DS DS3 1.6L Diesel · DP66 NVU

The 2017 DS DS3 is currently roadworthy, as the most recent MOT on 4 July 2025 at 38,165 miles recorded a pass with no defects. Earlier failures on 3 July 2025 and 24 April 2024 were followed by successful retests, indicating that any identified issues were corrected and the maintenance record remains stable. The vehicle’s mileage averages about 4,241 miles per year, well below the typical wear rate for a nine‑year‑old car. A jump of roughly 8,900 miles occurred between the April 2023 test at 28,705 miles and the April 2024 test at 37,612 miles, after which usage slowed to just over 500 miles in the following 14 months, suggesting periods of limited driving and possible standing time. A buyer should therefore focus on the suspension system, checking for worn bushes, sagging coil springs and any play in the rear suspension, as the repeated pass/fail pattern often points to intermittent binding in the brakes or suspension components. Inspection of the brake discs and calipers for corrosion or binding, the condition of the exhaust system for rust, and a thorough assessment of the chassis for structural corrosion are also essential, given the low annual mileage that can mask early deterioration.