2013 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · LG13 AOC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following a successful pass in its latest MOT inspection. The most recent test on 6 October 2025 at 65,564 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded, despite an initial failure on the same day. This suggests that a specific issue was identified and immediately rectified prior to the retest, indicating that the car currently meets all UK minimum safety and environmental standards without outstanding advisories. The mileage profile is notably low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a significant four-year gap between the June 2021 test at 62,686 miles and the October 2025 test at 65,564 miles, during which the car covered only under 3,000 miles. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of inactivity can lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts such as suspension bushes and tyre seals, as well as oxidation of brake components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age-related decay rather than mileage. Given the sparse usage pattern, check for surface corrosion on brake discs and ensure the calipers are not binding or seized due to disuse. Inspect the tyres for cracking in the sidewalls, as low-use vehicles often age before they wear out. While the record shows no recurring structural failures, a visual check of the underside for chassis-related rust remains necessary to ensure the low mileage has not masked underlying environmental damage over the thirteen years.