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2016 DS DS4 1.6L Diesel · DT16 ABZ

DT16 ABZ

2016 DS DS4 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 73,120 miles. MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
DS DS4
Year / Origin
2016 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 12 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
73,120 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 12 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1560cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle is currently roadworthy and displays a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT pass on 13 March 2026 at 73,120 miles was achieved with no defects recorded. While the car failed its tests on 11 March 2026 and 27 May 2025, the lack of recorded defects on those failure certificates suggests these were likely administrative errors or minor issues resolved instantly during the test. The mileage is typical for a ten year old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,312 miles per year. The distance covered between the May 2024 test at 64,066 miles and the March 2026 test at 73,120 miles shows a consistent usage pattern of approximately 9,000 miles per year over the last two years. There are no suspicious mileage gaps or sudden spikes that would indicate commercial use or prolonged periods of standing. The MOT history is exceptionally clean, with no advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, or corrosion across the last three years. This suggests a high standard of preventative maintenance or a vehicle that has been spared harsh driving conditions. The absence of recurring faults means there are no specific mechanical red flags emerging from the DVSA data. A buyer should still conduct a physical inspection of the brake pads and tyre tread depths, as these consumables are not always flagged until they reach the legal limit. Checking for any signs of oil leaks around the engine bay and inspecting the chassis for surface rust remains standard practice for a car of this age, despite the clean test records.
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DT16 ABZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2026
  • 73,120 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

DT16 ABZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Oct 2026, 18:06
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ds Ds4 (DT16 ABZ) between May 2024 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 13 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.

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ADVISORY

DT16 ABZ Mileage History

  1. 24/05/202464,066 mi
  2. 27/05/202567,476 mi+3,410 mi
  3. 28/05/202567,476 mi
  4. 11/03/202673,118 mi+5,642 mi
  5. 13/03/202673,120 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 5,025 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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68
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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