2013 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · GL62 TUV
2013 Citroen DS3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 21 Feb 2013. Recorded mileage 123,968 miles. MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN DS3
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,968 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GL62 TUV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/04/2026
- 123,968 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GL62 TUV 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 2013 Citroen Ds3 (GL62 TUV) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 April 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 (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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 Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded body to axel (1.1.12 (f) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded body to axel (1.1.12 (f) (i))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested Brake hose burst (1.2.1 (g))”.
GL62 TUV Mileage History
- 15/04/2024101,903 mi
- 15/04/2024101,905 mi+2 mi
- 04/04/2025112,174 mi+10,269 mi
- 09/04/2025112,178 mi+4 mi
- 18/04/2026123,968 mi+11,790 mi
Average of roughly 10,994 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: Average
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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