2014 Citroen DS3 1.2L Petrol · LC64 FGN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive pattern of repair rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent MOT test in December 2025 at 47,874 miles flagged multiple advisories regarding rear tyres being near the legal limit and showing signs of perishing. While the car has passed its most recent inspections, the trend suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure or high-priority advisory. At 47,874 miles, this 12-year-old Citroen DS3 has covered significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. This low usage is consistent with the degradation of rubber-based components, such as the cracking inner tyres noted in late 2025. However, the consistent gaps between annual tests, such as the roughly 4,300 miles between December 2024 and December 2025, indicate the vehicle may have sat for long periods, which can leads to the surface corrosion and perished rubber issues seen in the record. A buyer must pay close attention to the exhaust system, which has shown a history of recurring failures. The 2022 failure due to a major exhaust leak and broken rear mounts, followed by a minor leak in 2023, suggests the structural integrity of the exhaust system is weak or poorly repaired previously. Additionally, the tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) has been a persistent fault since at least 2018, remaining inoperative through 2022 and 2024, indicating an unresolved sensor or wiring issue that has never been rectified. Brake maintenance also requires a physical inspection. The record shows multiple instances of thin pads and pitted discs across 2019, 2021, and 2022. Given the low mileage, the buyer should check for seized calipers or uneven wear caused by inactivity. The inspector should also verify the current condition of all four tyres, as the latest record indicates the rear pair is already nearing the end of its functional life despite the low overall mileage.