2013 Citroen DS3 1.6L Petrol · WH63 KCE

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT test on 27 August 2025 at 122,404 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently achieved passes following immediate retests. The pattern of initial failures in 2024 and 2025 suggests the previous owner was proactive in addressing minor compliance issues or mechanical adjustments required to meet the testing standard, rather than overlooking systemic mechanical failures. The mileage profile is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,400 miles per year. Between the August 2023 test at 97,962 miles and the August 2024 test at 107,502 miles, the car covered 9,540 miles, a typical interval. The subsequent interval of 14,902 miles leading to the 2025 test indicates a period of higher usage. This regular operation often helps prevent the degradation of seals and brake components that can occur with long periods of standing stationary. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension components and braking system at this mileage, as the record shows no specific advisories to guide the search. Given the vehicle has surpassed 120,000 miles, it is necessary to check for worn control arm bushes and signs of corrosion on the brake calipers. While the MOT history is clean of structural defects, a close inspection of the sills and wheel arches remains essential to ensure no hidden corrosion has developed that was not flagged during the recent inspections.