2014 Citroen DS3 1.6L Petrol · YE14 XHT

The vehicle currently holds a pass on the 2025-10-04 test at 62,662 miles, but the 2025-09-20 test at 62,635 miles flagged a supplementary restraint system warning lamp and an engine MIL, indicating a significant mechanical risk that has not yet been addressed. This suggests the maintenance trend is not stable; rather, the vehicle has been in a state of repair or recall for a substantial period, with the most recent test occurring approximately 10 months ago and the last recorded pass being in September 2023. The gap between the 2025-10-04 and 2025-09-20 tests is critical, as the 2025-09-20 failure implies that the vehicle has not been properly serviced since October 2025, potentially exposing it to unaddressed emissions issues or engine malfunctions. The mileage profile indicates that while the vehicle is approximately 12 years old, the accumulated mileage of 62,662 miles is low relative to its age, suggesting the owner may have maintained the car lightly or there were long periods of inactivity. However, this low mileage does not negate the presence of critical faults on the 2025-09-20 test, which includes a cracked rear exhaust system and multiple tyre tears. The fact that the most recent pass occurred 10 months ago while the previous test was 9 months prior highlights a pattern of rapid mileage accumulation and frequent failures, suggesting a lack of consistent maintenance and an ongoing risk of structural degradation. A buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to verify the condition of the rear exhaust system, which was flagged as insecure and broken, and to assess the structural integrity of the rear tyres and the tread depth of the nearside rear tyres. Given the multiple tyre tears and the cracked exhaust system, the vehicle is currently in a state of serious structural risk that requires immediate professional assessment. The buyer should not proceed with purchase without confirming that the rear exhaust has been repaired and that the tyre damage has been addressed, as the vehicle has been in a recall and the most recent MOT was passed in October 2025, which is insufficient to cover the 10-month gap since the first test.