2012 Citroen DS3 1.6L Petrol · YJ62 VUU
2012 Citroen DS3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Nov 2012. Recorded mileage 72,761 km. MOT valid until 04 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN DS3
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 72,761 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YJ62 VUU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/12/2025
- 72,761 km recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YJ62 VUU 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 (YJ62 VUU) between November 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
YJ62 VUU Odometer History
- 16/11/202234,341 mi
- 07/11/202337,558 mi+3,217 mi
- 08/11/202337,560 mi+2 mi
- 12/11/202441,508 mi+3,948 mi
- 05/12/202572,761 km
Average of roughly 12,584 km 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: Good
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- Timing Chain Stretch (THP & VTi Engines)Serious
The 1.6-litre "Prince" petrol engines are notorious for timing chain tensioner failure and chain stretch, which can lead to catastrophic engine damage.
- High Oil ConsumptionModerate
The petrol engines are known to consume significant amounts of oil (up to 1L per 1,000 miles), which can lead to low oil pressure and accelerated engine wear.
- High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) FailureSerious
The high-pressure fuel pump on THP models is a common failure point, leading to poor running or a non-start condition.
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