2016 DS DS3 1.2L Petrol · RIA 11

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 12 June 2026 at 62,572 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward reactive reactive care. While the car held a clean record in 2023, the last two annual tests have flagged recurring advisories regarding tyre degradation. This indicates a pattern where the owner only addresses specific components once they reach a failure threshold rather than performing preventative replacements. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. Between the June 2023 test at 54,578 miles and the June 2026 test at 62,572 miles, the car covered 7,994 miles. This low annual usage suggests the vehicle has been used for short trips, which explains the recurring issues with rubber components despite the low mileage. Low mileage often leads to tyre perishing where the material cracks due to age and oxidation regardless of the remaining tread depth. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres, as the tester has noted cracking and perishing on three different tyres across the last two years. The offside front, nearside rear, and offside rear tyres all require immediate attention. Furthermore, the failure in May 2024 due to a fractured nearside rear coil spring indicates suspension wear. While this was reportedly repaired, the buyer should check the remaining suspension springs and bushes for signs of fatigue or corrosion, as failure of one component often precedes the failure of others on vehicles of this age.