2015 DS DS3 1.2L Petrol · YF65 EER

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent pattern of deferred repairs regarding rubber components. The most recent test on 21 January 2026 at 45,886 miles showed a pass only after an initial failure. While the immediate faults regarding the washer pump and headlamp were addressed, the vehicle still carries multiple advisories for worn suspension arm bushes and corroded coil springs. This trend suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they trigger an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,171 miles per year. There is a significant gap of nearly 4,000 miles between February 2024 and January 2025 tests, followed by roughly 2,000 miles in the final year. This low usage explains the physical degradation seen in the records, such as the February 2024 failure for all four tyres due to cracking and perishing, which indicates the car likely sits for long periods rather than suffering from high tread wear. A buyer should closely inspect the front suspension assembly, as both front suspension arm bushes have been flagged for wear consistently since 2024. The 2026 failure also identified a severely deteriorated nearside front drive shaft CV boot, which requires immediate replacement to prevent grease loss and joint failure. Furthermore, the recurring corrosion on the offside rear coil spring noted in 2024 and 2026 needs to be monitored for structural integrity to ensure the spring does not snap under load. The braking system also shows clear signs of age-related wear, with all discs reported as pitted or scored in 2025 and noted as worn by early 2026. The previous offside front binding brake noted in 2025 suggests a caliper may be sticking due to inactivity. Given the low mileage and evidence of perishing rubber, a buyer should verify that the exhaust leak and suspension components are fully rectified before purchase.