2017 DS DS3 1.2L Petrol · LD67 DTV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a period of inconsistent testing. The most recent inspection conducted on 8 October 2025 at 57,677 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets minimum safety standards. While the history shows two failures, the subsequent passes without advisories suggest that the owner is proactive in rectifying issues identified by the tester rather than allowing faults to deteriorate over time. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per annum. Between July 2023 at 44,747 miles and October 2025 at 57,677 miles, the car covered 12,930 miles, reflecting a steady rate of use. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain components such as the clutch, driveshaft, and engine. However, low mileage also increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber components like suspension bushes and fluids, which can occur regardless of the distance travelled. A buyer should focus on the specific causes of the failures in July 2023 and March 2025, although the provided record does not detail the mechanical reason for these rejections. Since the most recent test showed no advisories, the physical inspection should look for early signs of corrosion on the structural chassis or thinning of the brake linings. Given the age of the DS3, checking the condition of the sidewalls for cracking and the state of brake discs is essential, as these are often the first items to fail on vehicles that have not undergone high-mileage use.