2011 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · SJ11 YTS
2011 Citroen DS3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 119,706 miles. MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN DS3
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,706 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SJ11 YTS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/04/2026
- 119,706 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SJ11 YTS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Citroen Ds3 (SJ11 YTS) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.
SJ11 YTS Mileage History
- 23/04/2024113,461 mi
- 15/04/2025115,700 mi+2,239 mi
- 21/04/2025115,838 mi+138 mi
- 23/04/2026119,706 mi+3,868 mi
- 25/04/2026119,706 mi
Average of roughly 3,117 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën DS3
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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