2016 DS DS3 1.6L Diesel · SJ16 RVB
2016 DS DS3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 07 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 73,775 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- DS DS3
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,775 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SJ16 RVB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2026
- 73,775 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SJ16 RVB 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 2016 Ds Ds3 (SJ16 RVB) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 June 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: Brakes (13 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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: “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation approx. 50-60 KgF (1.2.1 (d))”.
SJ16 RVB Mileage History
- 28/06/202458,595 mi
- 18/06/202566,176 mi+7,581 mi
- 18/06/202566,185 mi+9 mi
- 23/06/202673,774 mi+7,589 mi
- 23/06/202673,775 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 7,645 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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