2015 Citroen DS3 1.2L Petrol · KW15 KHM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a worsening trend regarding structural corrosion and mechanical wear components. While it passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 88,666 miles, this followed an immediate failure involving multiple lighting, fluid, and suspension defects. The presence of corrosion on the rear axle and the offside rear coil spring indicates that the underbody is beginning to show age-related degradation, though the tester did not find the structural integrity compromised at present. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap of over 5,600 miles between February 2025 and February 2026, suggesting regular annual use rather than long periods of inactivity. The failure in December 2023 at 76,412 miles due to high hydrocarbon emissions suggests a past issue with combustion efficiency or sensor failure that was addressed before the 2024 pass, as the fault did not reappear in subsequent tests. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows recurring issues with arm pins and bushes in both 2025 and 2026. Although these did not result in a failure, the persistence suggests the components are nearing the end of their functional life. The corrosion on the rear axle should be monitored for surface pitting to ensure it does not progress into structural thinning. Additionally, the persistent oil leak noted in both 2025 and 2026 requires a physical check to determine if it is a minor gasket weeping or a more significant seal failure.