2015 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · F12 UDE
2015 Citroen DS3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 09 Mar 2015. Recorded mileage 61,826 miles. MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN DS3
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 61,826 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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F12 UDE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/02/2026
- 61,826 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F12 UDE MOT History
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 2015 Citroen Ds3 (F12 UDE) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 February 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: Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
F12 UDE Mileage History
- 07/02/202459,163 mi
- 04/02/202560,645 mi+1,482 mi
- 10/02/202560,659 mi+14 mi
- 04/02/202661,826 mi+1,167 mi
- 04/02/202661,826 mi
Average of roughly 1,336 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën DS3
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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