2018 DS DS3 1.2L Petrol · YC18 MXB

The vehicle presents a generally clean maintenance history, though the most recent inspection indicates a lapse in basic upkeep standards. In the April 2026 test at 43,519 miles, the car failed due to a non-functional offside position lamp and an insecure front exhaust system. These are relatively minor faults that suggest a lack of pre-test preparation by the previous owner. However, since the vehicle passed the retest on the same day, these specific issues were rectified, and the overall trend remains stable with no recurring mechanical or structural failures recorded over the last five years. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,440 miles per year. Between 2021 and 2024, the car saw minimal use, moving from only 7,763 miles to 12,741 miles. There is a significant spike in usage between 2024 and 2025, where the mileage jumped by over 10,000 miles in a single year. This pattern of intermittent use can sometimes lead to degraded rubber components such as suspension bushes or seals, but the low total mileage of 43,519 miles suggests less overall wear on the drivetrain and braking system compared to average examples. No advisories were noted across the records from 2021 to 2026, which indicates that the tester has not flagged significant corrosion, thinning brake discs, or tyre wear. The buyer should still verify that the exhaust hangers are now secure to ensure the 2026 failure was properly addressed rather than merely adjusted. Given the low mileage and the absence of structural defects, the vehicle appears to have been treated well, provided the service history confirms regular oil changes during these intervals of low use.