DS DS7 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the DS DS7. Check any DS7 by registration number below.

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88.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.3%

vs DS Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

DS DS7 — MOT Reliability Overview

The DS DS7 has an average MOT pass rate of 88.3%, which is 0.3 percentage points above the DS brand average of 87.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the DS7 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a DS DS7 fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your DS7 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 DS DS7, 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 DS DS7 performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 195 vehicles

91.3%Excellent

DS average: 87.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

10.0%

Mileage at 3yr

40k mi

2020

Based on 520 vehicles

91.5%Excellent

DS average: 87.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

6.5%

Mileage at 3yr

41k mi

Mileage at 5yr

63k mi

2019

Based on 2,970 vehicles

86.9%Excellent

DS average: 87.9%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

14.5%

Mileage at 3yr

48k mi

Mileage at 5yr

66k mi

2018

Based on 1,479 vehicles

84.4%Good

DS average: 87.9%

Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

16.7%

Mileage at 5yr

72k mi

0

Based on 1,905 vehicles

87.2%Excellent

DS average: 87.9%

Mileage at 5yr

34k mi

Top MOT Failures — DS DS7

The most common reasons a DS DS7 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.7%

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.8%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.5%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

1.4%

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

0.9%

DS DS7 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

4.1%

Rear Nearside

2.6%

Rear Offside

1.5%

Other DS Models

Compare MOT reliability across DS models.

DS Ds 5

98.8% pass rate

DS DS5

82.0% pass rate

DS Ds7 C-back Pfmnc Ln+ Bhdi Ss A

92.7% pass rate

DS Ds7 Crossback Elegance Bhdi Ss

88.2% pass rate

DS Ds7 Crossback Prstge Bhdi Ss A

89.1% pass rate

DS Ds 3 Crossback Prestige Ev

88.4% 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 DS DS7

DS DS7 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the DS DS7 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the DS DS7?

The average MOT pass rate for the DS DS7 is 88.3% compared to the DS average of 87.9%. 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 DS DS7?

The most common MOT failures on the DS DS7 are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.7%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.8%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the DS DS7 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 88.3%, the DS DS7 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a DS DS7?

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 DS DS7?

Typical mileage for the DS DS7: 39,979 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used DS7 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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