2012 Citroen DS3 1.6L Petrol · KM12 ABV

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate following a clean pass on 26 November 2025 at 95,073 miles. The maintenance trend appears exceptionally stable, as the most recent inspections show no recorded defects or advisories. This absence of flagged issues over the last two years suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard, with the brief failure on 27 July 2024 at 95,060 miles likely representing an administrative error or a minor oversight that was rectified within four days. The recorded mileage of 95,073 over fourteen years averages approximately 6,791 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage patterns for this class of vehicle. A notable period of inactivity occurred between the January 2023 test at 78,972 miles and the July 2024 test, where the vehicle covered only 16,088 miles over eighteen months. This reduced usage suggests the car may have spent significant time in storage, which often necessitates a closer look at rubber components, seals, and fluid degradation that might not be captured during a standard MOT test. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on components that typically suffer from age-related deterioration rather than just high mileage. While the MOT history is clean, the age of the Citroen DS3 means the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines require a thorough visual check for perished rubber or surface corrosion. Given the recent period of lower usage, verify the condition of the tyres for flat spots or sidewall cracking and inspect the exhaust system for signs of internal corrosion caused by short, infrequent journeys. The lack of recurring mechanical failures is a positive indicator, but a comprehensive service history should still be requested to confirm that critical items like the timing belt and engine oil have been replaced according to the manufacturer schedule.