2015 Citroen DS3 1.2L Petrol · GF15 VGA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear improving trend in its maintenance history. The most recent inspection conducted on 29 October 2025 at 65,185 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that previous mechanical and lighting issues have been addressed. This follows a clean result in 2023, suggesting the car is currently being maintained to a functional standard. At 11 years old, the recorded mileage of 65,185 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,900 miles per year. This low-usage pattern is consistent across the record, with significant intervals between tests, such as the 5,800-mile gap between 2021 and 2022. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components, which is evident in the vehicle's past history. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry and braking system. The October 2024 test at 60,496 miles flagged wear on both the offside and nearside front suspension arm pins and bushes. While this was resolved by the following test, the recurring nature of rubber-based components suggests they may require monitoring as they age. Additionally, the history of pitted and scored brake discs in 2018 and 2020 indicates that the vehicle is prone to surface corrosion, likely due to the low mileage and potential periods of inactivity. The record also shows past failures related to headlamp alignment and exhaust mounts, both of which are minor repairs rather than structural failures. The 2019 failure highlighted multiple tyres with perishing and cracking, a common symptom of a car that sits for long periods. Verify the current condition of the tyre sidewalls and the integrity of the exhaust hangers to ensure these age-related issues have not returned.