2013 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · NG13 FVS

The 2013 Citroën DS3 has maintained a clean MOT history since its most recent test on 2025-10-23, where it passed without any recorded defects at 141,131 miles. The preceding cycle shows a single failure on 2024-10-08—just two days before a passing test at 136,332 miles—though no defects were logged, suggesting either a minor procedural oversight or a test centre error rather than a recurring mechanical issue. The pattern remains stable, with no repeated advisories or failures on critical components over the past three years. The vehicle’s most recent MOT was conducted just under nine months ago, which is within the standard annual testing window for passenger cars, though slightly outside the optimal six-month interval for high-mileage vehicles. The recorded mileage of 141,131 miles over 13 years aligns with typical usage patterns for this age, averaging around 10,856 miles annually. There are no significant gaps in testing that would indicate prolonged neglect, though the jump from 101,222 miles in 2022 to 120,675 miles in 2023—a 19,453-mile increase in a year—suggests either a period of heavier usage or a reset in odometer accuracy. The lack of advisories or failures on consumables like tyres, brakes, or suspension in recent tests implies that basic maintenance may have been consistently attended to, though this cannot be confirmed without service records. The absence of emissions-related failures also points to a relatively well-maintained catalytic converter and fuel system, though this should still be verified during an independent inspection. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of the suspension components, particularly the rear subframe mounts and bushings, which are common wear points on this model. The rear brakes, while not explicitly failed, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, as the 2024 failure—though unexplained—could hint at a latent issue. Corrosion around the wheel arches, sills, and subframe should be examined closely, as this model is prone to structural rust, especially in coastal or high-salt exposure areas. Fluid levels—brake, power steering, and coolant—should also be inspected, as leaks or contamination often precede failures that go unnoticed until they reach MOT thresholds. Tyre condition, despite no recorded failures, warrants scrutiny, particularly for uneven wear that could indicate alignment or suspension issues.