2018 DS DS4 1.2L Petrol · PX68 WWJ

The 2018 DS DS4 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 5 September 2025 at 25,274 miles. The most recent test recorded only minor advisories for stone chips to the windscreen and a dash cam removed from the driver's view, with no mechanical or structural defects flagged. This marks a clear resolution of the faults identified in the previous year's cycle, indicating the previous owner addressed outstanding issues promptly. The mileage accumulation is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,159 miles per year. Between the October 2022 pass at 16,575 miles and the September 2023 pass at 19,060 miles, the car covered 2,485 miles in just under twelve months. The subsequent jump to 22,422 miles by September 2024 added 3,362 miles in one year, followed by a further 2,852 miles to reach 25,274 miles by September 2025. This pattern suggests a gradual increase in annual usage rather than prolonged periods of inactivity, though the overall mileage remains well below the typical UK average of 10,000 miles per year. The 2024 test cycle revealed a significant fault cluster that warrants attention during any physical inspection. On 11 September 2024, the vehicle failed with both the ABS and electronic stability control warning lamps illuminated, indicating faults within the anti-lock braking system and stability control electronics. The tester also flagged an ineffective offside windscreen wiper and an illuminated tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp. The TPMS fault recurred as an advisory in the subsequent 2025 pass, suggesting the underlying sensor or system fault may not have been fully resolved. A buyer should verify the ABS and ESC systems are fully operational, inspect the TPMS sensors and wiring for corrosion or damage, and confirm the wiper arm and blade are functioning correctly. Beyond the flagged electrical faults, the low mileage and recent clean pass are encouraging, but the stone chip advisory on the windscreen is worth inspecting for cracks that could propagate and require replacement. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points, brake lines, and exhaust fixings, is sensible even though no structural defects have been recorded. The brake system should be examined for uneven disc wear or binding calipers, as the ABS fault history raises the possibility of prior hydraulic or sensor-related issues that could have affected braking performance.