2015 DS DS3 1.6L Diesel · KS65 BHA

The DS3 presents a current roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 13 November 2025 at 167,616 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, following a failed attempt on the same date with no defects listed, an administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical fault. Prior tests in November 2024 at 163,167 miles and November 2023 at 152,014 miles also passed cleanly. The vehicle shows no recurring advisories or progressive deterioration across the four-year record. Mileage stands at 167,616 against an 11-year lifespan, averaging 15,238 miles per year, which is high for a small hatchback of this class. The record shows steady annual use: 11,153 miles accrued between November 2023 and November 2024, then 4,449 miles to November 2025. The November 2023 failure at 152,008 miles, reversed the next day at 152,014 miles with no defects noted, points to a paperwork or process error rather than neglected upkeep. Sparse test data with zero advisories limits insight into wear patterns, but the clean sheets imply basic consumable care was maintained. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake disc wear given the elevated mileage. The absence of corrosion or structural flags in the MOT history is reassuring, yet testers record only visible faults at the time. Drivetrain mounts and exhaust emissions components warrant a cold-start examination. The same-day fail-pass in November 2025 should be verified with the DVSA to confirm no suppressed defect entry exists before purchase.