2014 Citroen DS3 1.6L Petrol · MF64 UNE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding the suspension components. While it passed the most recent test in September 2025 at 21,540 miles, the tester identified a corroded nearside rear coil spring and pitted rear brake discs. This follows a progression from the 2024 test, where the offside rear coil spring was already corroded and the offside front anti-roll bar linkage showed severe deterioration. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,800 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent use, with only 803 miles covered between the September 2024 and 2025 tests and 1,223 miles the year prior. This low usage suggests the car has sat for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion on metal surfaces, consistent with the spring spring and brake disc issues noted in the history. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension for signs of further structural decay. The history shows a fractured nearside rear coil spring in 2023 followed by corrosion on the opposite side in 2024, indicating that the springs are prone to age-related stress fractures. The buyer should also inspect the brake discs for deep pitting or scoring, as the 2025 advisory suggests the surface condition is beginning to affect braking performance despite the low mileage. Additionally, the anti-roll bar linkages should be checked for play to ensure the previous deterioration noted in 2024 has been fully addressed.