Citroen DS3 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Citroen DS3. Check any DS3 by registration number below.

Free, instant, no sign-up required.

68.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-16.1%

vs Citroen Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Citroen DS3 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Citroen DS3 has an average MOT pass rate of 68.6%, which is 16.1 percentage points below the Citroen brand average of 84.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your DS3 on the road.

The most common reasons a Citroen DS3 fails its MOT are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your DS3 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Citroen DS3, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Citroen DS3 performs at MOT across different model years.

2018

Based on 73 vehicles

87.7%Excellent

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

12.5%

Mileage at 5yr

61k mi

2017

Based on 218 vehicles

77.1%Good

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

24.6%

Mileage at 5yr

62k mi

2016

Based on 556 vehicles

77.2%Good

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

21.7%

2015

Based on 21,225 vehicles

66.1%Average

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.8%

Retest Rate

35.2%

Mileage at 10yr

112k mi

2014

Based on 44,988 vehicles

63.7%Below Average

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

37.1%

Mileage at 10yr

118k mi

2013

Based on 44,898 vehicles

62.3%Below Average

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

38.3%

Mileage at 10yr

119k mi

2012

Based on 36,532 vehicles

60.5%Below Average

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

8.2%

Retest Rate

39.1%

Mileage at 10yr

125k mi

2011

Based on 23,507 vehicles

61.6%Below Average

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

37.4%

2010

Based on 10,084 vehicles

58.6%Below Average

Citroen average: 84.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

40.0%

0

Based on 102,347 vehicles

71.5%Average

Citroen average: 84.7%

Mileage at 5yr

76k mi

Top MOT Failures — Citroen DS3

The most common reasons a Citroen DS3 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

5.1%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

4.6%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

4.0%

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

3.3%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.3%

Citroen DS3 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

4.1%

Rear Nearside

1.4%

Front

1.4%

Other Citroen Models

Compare MOT reliability across Citroen models.

Citroen C4

58.7% pass rate

Citroen Berlingo 7

95.0% pass rate

Citroen XM

67.4% pass rate

Citroen C3 Shine + Puretech S/s Auto

96.2% pass rate

Citroen C3 S

93.1% pass rate

Citroen Beringo

96.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Citroen DS3

Citroen DS3 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Citroen DS3 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Citroen DS3?

The average MOT pass rate for the Citroen DS3 is 68.6% compared to the Citroen average of 84.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Citroen DS3?

The most common MOT failures on the Citroen DS3 are: A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (5.1%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (4.6%), Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Citroen DS3 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 68.6%, the Citroen DS3 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Citroen DS3?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Citroen DS3?

Typical mileage for the Citroen DS3: 61,489 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used DS3 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Citroen DS3's MOT History

Enter the registration number for the full MOT history — free and instant.