2019 DS DS3 1.2L Petrol · PX69 OYL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward minor mechanical neglect after years of clean records. The test in September 2025 at 31,371 miles resulted in failures for a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system and pitted front brake discs. While the car passed immediately after remedial work, the appearance of brake disc corrosion indicates the beginning of wear-related issues that were not present during the previous 2023 clean inspection. The mileage pattern is notably low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage between September 2024 at 16,403 miles and September 2025 at 31,371 miles, where the car covered nearly 15,000 miles in a single year. This sudden increase after long periods of low-mileage often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and fluid systems, which aligns with the degraded state of the brake hardware found in the most recent test. A buyer should specifically inspect the front braking assembly in person, as the pitting and scoring noted in the 2025 record suggest the discs are nearing the end of their service life or have suffered from moisture ingress. The failure of the tyre pressure monitoring system also requires verification to ensure the sensor was not merely disconnected or electronically faulty. Given the history of wiper blade failures, a physical inspection should also check for perished rubber seals and suspension bushings, which are common in vehicles that sit stationary for extended periods between uses.