2014 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · ND14 PKC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward mechanical and electrical neglect. While it passed the 19 March 2026 test at 64,691 miles, this followed a failure just six days prior due to a critical supplementary restraint system fault. The presence of an unaddressed oil leak from both drive-shaft seals, combined with pitted and scored brake discs, indicates that while the car meets legal standards, the owner is only addressing minimum compliance requirements rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. There is a visible gap in records between March 2023 at 59,560 miles and February 2024 at 61,254 miles, suggesting the car sat stationary for nearly a year. While this low usage reduces general wear on the drivetrain, it often contributes to the degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion on metal parts, which is consistent with the steering rackion issues recorded in 2025. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the steering system, as the 2025 test identified free play in both the nearside and offside front steering racks which remains a costly repair if it worsens. Furthermore, the rear brake discs were flagged as worn and pitted in the most recent test, likely due to the low-mileage nature and periods of disuse. The oil leak from the drive-shaft seals should be monitored closely to ensure it does not affects the gearbox housing or surrounding components, as it was noted as a recurring defect across the 2026 testing cycle.