2022 DS DS4 Rivoli Puretech S/S Auto 1.6L Petrol · FD22 LLU

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 DS DS4 Rivoli PureTech S/S Automatic was conducted on 23 July 2026 and resulted in a pass, with no defects or advisories recorded against any of the inspected items. The previous test on 23 July 2025 also returned a pass with a similarly clean sheet, meaning that across two consecutive annual examinations, no failures, minor defects, or advisories have been logged against braking components, suspension, steering, tyres, exhaust emissions, lighting, or structural integrity. While a clean MOT history does not constitute a guarantee of mechanical perfection, a consistent pattern of advisory-free passes does suggest that the owner has maintained the vehicle within roadworthy tolerances and that no progressive deterioration has yet reached the threshold for examiner comment. From the official record alone, the roadworthiness trend is therefore stable, with no evident decline in tested component condition. With an odometer reading of 24,424 miles over an approximate four-year service life, this DS4 has averaged around 6,106 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the expected range for a modern family car of this age and represents typical mixed private and light commuter usage. There is no evidence in the MOT history of unusually rapid mileage accumulation that would point to heavy motorway use or fleet-style wear on the clutch, automatic transmission, or engine internals. Equally, the annual figure is high enough to avoid the worst excesses of standing-related deterioration such as seized caliper pistons, dried-out brake fluid, or severely perished tyres. However, it is worth noting that the lower the annual mileage, the greater the relative importance of time-based servicing items, and at roughly 6,000 miles per year, some consumables may still be ageing more from calendar time than from mechanical wear. Given that the MOT record is clean and the mileage is moderate rather than excessive, the prospective buyer should focus attention on age-related degradation rather than wear-out items. Tyres should be inspected closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, particularly on the inner shoulders which are not visible from a casual glance, and the DOT date code should be checked to confirm the rubber is no older than around six years, as tyres oxidise regardless of tread depth. Brake discs and calipers should be examined for surface corrosion from standing or infrequent heavy braking, and the caliper slide pins and flexible hoses should be checked for any binding or weeping. The 12V battery in the boot or underbonnet area should be load-tested, as modern PSA-group vehicles are sensitive to voltage drop which can cause infotainment and start-stop system faults, and a four-year-old original unit may be approaching the end of its reliable service life. Coolant, brake fluid, and automatic transmission fluid should be confirmed as within their manufacturer-specified change intervals by date as well as mileage. On the road, particular attention should be paid to the 1.2-litre PureTech turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine, which is well documented for timing belt stretch and oil consumption issues, so listen for any timing chain rattle on cold start and check the oil level and dipstick for excessive consumption between services. The EAT8 automatic gearbox should be tested across all ranges for smooth, hesitant-free changes, and any juddering on light throttle or clunks on selection should be noted as a concern. A thorough test drive should include driving over uneven surfaces at low speed to expose any worn suspension bushes, top mounts, or anti-roll bar links, as well as firm brake application from around 40 mph to detect brake shudder or warped discs. Finally, verify a full DS service history with stamps at appropriate intervals, confirm the timing belt or chain replacement schedule has been followed to the PSA PureTech specification, and ensure any stop-start system faults or AdBlue-related warnings have been rectified, as these are common electronic advisories on later DS models that may not always appear on the MOT record itself.