2013 Citroen DS3 1.6L Petrol · WP13 PBU

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. The most recent test in August 2025 at 72,868 miles passed with several minor advisories related to lighting, wipers, and tyre wear. This follows a failure in August 2023 where the tester flagged a split nearside front CV boot and an excessively worn suspension ball joint. While the immediate mechanical failures were addressed, the recurring appearance of suspension issues suggests that components are only replaced once they reach a critical state. The mileage profile is notably low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year across 72,868 recorded miles. There is a significant gap in usage between November 2021 and August 2022, where the car covered only 2,337 miles, followed by a period of higher activity where it clocked nearly twenty thousand miles between annual tests. This low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain but often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and flat-spotting on tyres from sitting. A buyer should closely inspect the front suspension and wheel geometry, as the record consistently flags uneven tyre wear and worn ball joints dating back 2016, 2023, 2024, and 2025. This indicates a persistent alignment issue or worn bushings that could accelerate premature tyre failure. The exhaust system has also shown vulnerability, with multiple entries for broken hangers and corroded straps noted between 2017, 2018, and 2019. Given the low mileage and age, a thorough check of tyre sidewalls for perishing or cracking is essential, as the history shows a trend of damaged and aged rubber.