2015 DS DS4 1.6L Diesel · DT65 AFY

The DS DS4’s MOT history presents a clean and stable roadworthiness record, with the most recent test on 27 June 2025 at 95,952 miles passing without any defects. This follows a pattern of consistent compliance over the past three years, including the unusual but non-consequential duplicate entry for August 2024—both marked as passing at 91,011 miles. The absence of advisories or failures in the last three tests suggests the vehicle has been maintained to meet minimum legal standards, though the lack of recorded issues does not preclude hidden wear or deferred repairs. The only outlier is the August 2024 duplicate entry, which may indicate a clerical error or a rapid retest after minor non-MOT-critical work, but it does not reflect mechanical instability. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging around 8,723 miles per year over its 11-year lifespan. The gap between the 2023 (85,909 miles) and 2022 (74,739 miles) tests suggests a period of lighter use or potential storage, though the subsequent mileage increase to 91,011 by August 2024 indicates regular driving resumed. There are no red flags in the mileage progression—no sudden spikes that might imply neglect or aggressive driving, nor prolonged inactivity that could exacerbate suspension or fluid degradation. The most recent 4,941 miles covered in the past year (from 91,011 to 95,952) further confirms steady, moderate usage. Given the absence of MOT advisories or failures, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of components not routinely checked under the MOT framework. The suspension—particularly the front coil springs and rear bushes—should be assessed for wear or corrosion, as these are common failure points in DS models and may not always trigger an advisory until advanced. Brake system integrity, including caliper binding or uneven disc wear, should be verified, even though no MOT flags were raised. Structural corrosion, especially around wheel arches, sills, and the underbody, is another critical area, given the vehicle’s age and the potential for past exposure to salt or moisture. Fluid levels—brake, coolant, and differential—should also be checked, as these are not part of the MOT but can reveal deferred maintenance. The clean MOT history suggests the car has been kept roadworthy, but hidden wear in these areas could indicate whether it has been properly serviced beyond legal minimums.