2013 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · NJ63 XAX

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a trend of managing recurring mechanical wear, with the most recent MOT passed on 25 February 2026 at 244,387 miles. While the car passed this latest test, the history reveals a persistent pattern of suspension and drivetrain issues. The tester flagged worn front anti-roll bar bushes, a condition that has appeared in various forms since at least February 2024. Although the vehicle is currently compliant, the frequency of failures in previous years suggests a maintenance pattern focused on reactive repairs rather than preventative upkeep. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally high for a 2013 vehicle, averaging approximately 18,800 miles per year. This high-intensity usage is evident in the rapid increase in mileage between tests, such as the jump from 166,043 miles in early 2023 to 197,944 miles by February 2024. Such heavy usage places significant stress on consumable components and mechanical joints. The record shows a vehicle that has been driven extensively, which correlates with the frequent advisories and failures regarding suspension components and tyre wear. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension system and drivetrain. The MOT history shows a long-standing issue with the offside front outer drive shaft CV boot, which was noted as severely deteriorated in 2023, 2024, and 2025. Repeated failures involving anti-roll bar linkages, ball joints, and suspension arms indicate that the chassis and steering components are under constant strain. The buyer should also check the current condition of the brake discs and pads, as the record shows frequent issues with thinning pads and pitted or scored discs throughout the vehicle's life. Finally, pay close attention to the condition of the tyres and wheel alignment. The 2024 tests highlighted tyres wearing close to the legal limit and cutting off on the inner edges, which often points to underlying suspension geometry issues or poor alignment. Given the high mileage and the history of steering rack play and track rod end wear, a professional inspection of the front-end geometry is essential to ensure the vehicle does not suffer from rapid, uneven tyre degradation or unpredictable handling.