2013 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · LS13 YEE

The 2025‑09‑02 MOT at 74,342 miles confirms roadworthiness, yet the test recorded several advisory defects that point to a stable but not pristine maintenance record. The front exhaust mounting and centre/rear bracket were flagged as defective, the front suspension arm pins and bushes showed wear without excessive movement, the rear tyre exhibited slight cracking, and the front inner brake disc was worn but not excessive. Over the 13‑year lifespan the mileage has risen from 19,903 miles in 2016 to 74,342 miles in 2025, a gain of 54,439 miles or roughly 5,719 miles per year, which is low for a vehicle of this age and suggests periods of limited use. The increase from 48,246 miles in 2021 to 74,342 miles in 2025 represents a 26,096‑mile rise over four years, or about 6,524 miles annually, indicating moderate recent usage while earlier years showed steadier increments. A buyer should therefore examine the front and rear suspension arm pins and bushes for excessive play, inspect the condition of the rear tyre for cracking or perishing, assess the front brake disc for wear and pitting, verify the security of the exhaust mounting brackets, and check the drive‑shaft constant‑velocity boots for splits or insecurity, as these items have repeatedly appeared on the advisory list. The recurring nature of these advisories indicates that previous owners have not addressed underlying wear, so a thorough physical inspection before purchase is essential to confirm that the listed faults have been rectified.