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Citroen DS3 Mk1 built around 2017: not enough MOT data yet

We've only seen a handful of Citroen DS3 Mk1 models built around 2017 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.

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Citroen DS3 Mk1
No reliability rating: not enough tests to rate2010-2019HatchbackPETROL / DIESEL

Based on 100,442 tests of DS3 models registered 2010-2019.

Mk1 fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
6229.0%
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
17926.3%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
3,20630.2%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
19,36932.1%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
25,56632.9%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
23,47033.4%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
17,41834.2%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
8,92534.5%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
2,24733.5%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 14 years old.

How the DS3 Mk1 compares

At each age below, see how the DS3 Mk1 holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 82,426 tests across 8 Citroen models, built around 2017 (8 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateCitroen average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
6229.0%
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
17926.3%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
3,20630.2%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
19,36932.1%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
25,56632.9%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
23,47033.4%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
17,41834.2%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
8,92534.5%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
2,24733.5%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Brake pads

High priority

Ask when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Suspension springs

Worth checking

Check ride height is even side-to-side and look for cracked or rusted coils.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other hatchbacks to compare

Other hatchbacks, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the DS3 Mk1.

  1. 1

    Suzuki Celerio

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    13.8%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.7%
    Dangerous
    3.2%
    Still registered at 10 years
    93.5%

    Lower fail rate: 13.8%, against 26.3% for the Citroen DS3 Mk1, both built around 2017.

    8,362 MOT tests on cars built around 2017

  2. 2

    Toyota Aygo

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    14.2%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.6%
    Dangerous
    4.7%
    Still registered at 10 years
    96%

    Lower fail rate: 14.2%, against 26.3% for the Citroen DS3 Mk1, both built around 2017.

    25,277 MOT tests on cars built around 2017

  3. 3

    Peugeot 108

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    15.2%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.9%
    Dangerous
    5%
    Still registered at 10 years
    94.5%

    Lower fail rate: 15.2%, against 26.3% for the Citroen DS3 Mk1, both built around 2017.

    16,829 MOT tests on cars built around 2017

  4. 4

    Hyundai i10

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    16.1%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.8%
    Dangerous
    4.9%
    Still registered at 10 years
    95.5%

    Lower fail rate: 16.1%, against 26.3% for the Citroen DS3 Mk1, both built around 2017.

    28,031 MOT tests on cars built around 2017

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

How many are still registered

93%of all Citroen DS3 cars first registered in 2014 to 2015 were still registered 10 years later. This is the whole model, not only this generation.

UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · About typical

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).

Recall context

33 recalls in all

25 of the 33 DS3 Mk1 recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 5 Critical
  • 20 more

Top concerns

  • Loss of control
  • Directional control may be affected
  • Fuel may leak and create fire risk

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

How DS3 Mk1 cars have aged

How DS3 Mk1 cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%20%30%468101214Age at MOTBuilt around 2017, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 20.3% (64 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2017, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 30.0% (70 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2017, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 29.2% (65 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2017, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 30.2% (63 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2017, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 28.3% (60 tests, 2025 data)2017Built around 2016, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 20.7% (203 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2016, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 24.3% (214 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2016, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 30.1% (216 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2016, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 25.4% (205 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2016, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 30.0% (200 tests, 2025 data)2016Built around 2015, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 26.4% (9,318 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2015, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 28.5% (9,436 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2015, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 29.9% (9,418 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2015, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 31.0% (9,293 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2015, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 31.6% (8,979 tests, 2025 data)2015Built around 2014, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 28.3% (16,739 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2014, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 29.9% (16,549 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2014, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 31.7% (16,133 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2014, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 31.8% (15,658 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2014, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 32.6% (15,108 tests, 2025 data)2014Built around 2013, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 30.2% (17,120 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2013, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 30.7% (16,670 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2013, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 32.0% (16,176 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2013, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 32.7% (15,569 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2013, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 32.7% (14,640 tests, 2025 data)2013Built around 2012, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 32.9% (14,228 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2012, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 33.3% (13,788 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2012, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 34.3% (13,280 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2012, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 34.4% (12,384 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2012, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 34.1% (11,271 tests, 2025 data)2012Built around 2011, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 33.7% (8,553 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2011, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 33.6% (8,098 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2011, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 34.4% (7,677 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2011, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 33.5% (6,947 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2011, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 34.4% (6,261 tests, 2025 data)2011Built around 2010, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 32.5% (3,494 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2010, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 32.7% (3,293 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2010, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 33.5% (3,033 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2010, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 34.1% (2,688 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2010, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 33.5% (2,247 tests, 2025 data)2010
First registered around 2017First registered around 2016First registered around 2015First registered around 2014
All generations of this modelNot enough data

Most common issues on Citroen DS3 models of this age

This list covers every Citroen DS3 built around 2017, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk1 on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    21.2%
    Advisory: 53Fail: 2 (4% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    16.8%
    Advisory: 30Fail: 6 (17% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    15.6%
    Advisory: 35Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Coil spring corroded

    9.5%
    Advisory: 6Fail: 14 (70% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    7.3%
    Advisory: 13Fail: 4 (24% of the times it was found)

Based on 179 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2017 (8 years old), the Citroen DS3 Mk1 (2010-2019) fails MOTs noticeably more often than typical for this age. This is based on 179 8-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 100,442 MOT tests on Citroen DS3 models first registered between 2010-2019. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.