Citroen Ds3 MOT Failure Rate — 3-5 Years Old

26.3%
MOT failure rate for 3-5-year-old Citroen Ds3 vehicles
Based on 4,267 MOT tests
1.7pp below the UK average (28%)

Citroen Ds3 in this age bracket has a 26.3% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: lamps & electrics and visibility.

Component Risk Breakdown (3-5 Years)

Which parts of a 3-5-year-old Citroen Ds3 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 8.4%
Visibility 6.4%
Body & Chassis 5.9%
Tyres 5.8%
Suspension 5.5%
Brakes 3.5%
Steering 0.3%

How Does This Compare?

Citroen Ds3 MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
3-5 years 26.3% 4,267 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 42.2% 239,575 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 49.4% 81,000 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 3-5 year old Citroen Ds3 reliable?

3-5-year-old Citroen Ds3 vehicles have a 26.3% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 3-5 year old Citroen Ds3?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 8.4% failure risk
  • Visibility — 6.4% failure risk
  • Body & Chassis — 5.9% failure risk

How can I prepare my Citroen Ds3 for its MOT?

For a 3-5-year-old Citroen Ds3, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Citroen Ds3 Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 3-5-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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