DS DS3 MOT Check

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

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81.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.4%

vs DS Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

DS DS3 — MOT Reliability Overview

The DS DS3 has an average MOT pass rate of 81.6%, which is 6.4 percentage points below the DS brand average of 87.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the DS3 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a DS DS3 fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, 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. 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 DS 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 DS DS3 performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 37 vehicles

83.8%Good

DS average: 87.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

16.7%

Mileage at 3yr

43k mi

2021

Based on 1,046 vehicles

86.9%Excellent

DS average: 87.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

15.4%

Mileage at 3yr

39k mi

2020

Based on 3,189 vehicles

88.2%Excellent

DS average: 87.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

13.3%

Mileage at 3yr

36k mi

Mileage at 5yr

49k mi

2019

Based on 6,828 vehicles

87.7%Excellent

DS average: 87.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

13.0%

Mileage at 3yr

40k mi

Mileage at 5yr

54k mi

2018

Based on 8,789 vehicles

83.6%Good

DS average: 87.9%

Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

16.9%

Mileage at 5yr

54k mi

2017

Based on 18,453 vehicles

79.8%Good

DS average: 87.9%

Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

21.8%

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

2016

Based on 29,527 vehicles

74.4%Average

DS average: 87.9%

Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

27.2%

2015

Based on 16,539 vehicles

68.8%Average

DS average: 87.9%

Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

32.3%

Mileage at 10yr

102k mi

0

Based on 40,211 vehicles

81.0%Good

DS average: 87.9%

Mileage at 5yr

46k mi

Top MOT Failures — DS DS3

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

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

4.4%

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

3.7%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

3.0%

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

2.0%

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

1.8%

DS DS3 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

5.4%

Front Offside

2.7%

Nearside

2.7%

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 DS3

DS DS3 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the DS DS3 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the DS DS3?

The average MOT pass rate for the DS DS3 is 81.6% 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 DS3?

The most common MOT failures on the DS DS3 are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (4.4%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (3.7%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (3.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the DS DS3 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 81.6%, the DS DS3 is rated as "Good" 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 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 DS DS3?

Typical mileage for the DS DS3: 42,852 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used DS3 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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