2017 DS DS3 1.6L Diesel · NJ17 HRE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a recent trend of worsening mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 84,857 miles, this followed a significant failure eleven days prior at 84,528 miles. That failure revealed a cluster of serious issues, including fractured rear coil springs, insecure exhaust mounts, and multiple lighting failures. The fact that these faults were addressed so quickly suggests the owner reacts reacts to MOT failures rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,400 miles per year. Between August 2022 at 35,236 miles and July 2025 at 84,857 miles, the car covered roughly 50,000 miles, indicating steady annual use. However, the jump of 11,700 miles between July 2024 and July 2025 shows a slight increase in usage, which likely correlates with the accelerated wear seen on the components flagged in the latest test records. A buyer must scrutinise the braking and suspension systems closely. Recurring pitting and scoring on the rear brake discs noted in 2022 and again in 2025 suggest the brakes are being left for too long, leading to surface corrosion. The fractured rear coil springs found in 2025 are a critical safety failure point; the buyer should inspect the remaining springs for hairline fractures or rust. Additionally, the outstanding manufacturer recall mentioned in the July 2025 record must be addressed with Citroën immediately to ensure the vehicle meets factory safety standards.