2017 DS DS3 1.2L Petrol · PJ67 ABZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in October 2025 with no defects. However, the maintenance trend reveals a reactive approach rather than proactive care. The October 2025 test at 75,133 miles failed due to a fractured offside rear coil spring, a non-functional offside front position lamp, and insufficient washer fluid. While these issues were rectified to secure a pass, the failure indicates that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once an inspection fails. The mileage profile is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,350 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between January 2021 and January 2022, where the car covered only 3,328 miles in eleven months. Since then, usage has increased significantly, with 44,603 miles covered between October 2022 and October 2025. This surge in annual mileage suggests a transition to more frequent driving, which typically correlates with the accelerated wear on rubber-based components and braking systems. A buyer should inspect the suspension geometry closely, as the fractured offside rear coil spring recorded in 2025 often results from stress on adjacent bushes and dampers. The history also shows a recurring pattern of tyre neglect, with front tyres worn to the legal limit in 2022 and perishing rubber noted in late 2024. Given that the most recent test flagged a broken spring, a physical inspection should check for uneven tyre tread wear which would indicate alignment issues. Additionally, verify the washer system and all lighting assemblies to ensure the previous failures were fully resolved rather than merely patched.