2012 Citroen DS3 1.6L Petrol · WV62 FLP
2012 Citroen DS3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 05 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 61,128 miles. MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN DS3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 61,128 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WV62 FLP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2025
- 61,128 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WV62 FLP 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 2012 Citroen Ds3 (WV62 FLP) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
WV62 FLP Mileage History
- 14/10/202250,765 mi
- 09/10/202355,301 mi+4,536 mi
- 23/10/202458,262 mi+2,961 mi
- 21/10/202561,126 mi+2,864 mi
- 22/10/202561,128 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 3,428 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: Below 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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