2016 DS DS3 1.2L Petrol · SA16 OLP

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent MOT in October 2025 at 67,667 miles with no recorded defects. This indicates an improving maintenance trend following a significant failure in early 2025. While the latest report suggests a clean state, the immediate history from the previous test reveals that the owner recently addressed multiple mechanical and structural advisories to bring the car back to a passing standard. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. The record shows steady progression with 7,737 miles covered between March 2023 and February 2024, and another 2,713 miles between February 2024 and January 2025. This relatively low annual mileage suggests the car has been used for short trips, which often reduces wear on drivetrain components but can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts if the vehicle has sat stationary for extended periods. A physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity of the chassis since the January 2025 test flagged the front sub-frame and rear axle for corrosion. Although the tester noted these were not seriously weakened at the time, corrosion is a progressive condition that requires close monitoring. The buyer should check for signs of surface rust versus deep pitting on these load-bearing components. Additionally, the rear brake discs were noted as pitted and scored during that same period, so the buyer should verify these were actually replaced and are not currently showing signs of thinning. The history also highlighted issues with tyres, specifically a front inner tyre worn to the legal limit and a rear tyre showing signs of perishing. While these were likely replaced, the buyer should inspect the current tyres for uneven wear or sidewall cracking, which could indicate alignment issues. The previous failure of the windscreen washer in early 2025 is a minor point, but ensuring the pump and nozzles are fully functional is a necessary check to confirm all previous repairs were completed correctly.