Citroen Ds3 (2013)
2013 Citroen Ds3
CarHunch analysed 19,519 real MOT records for the 2013 Citroen Ds3. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Citroën DS3 falls short of the UK average with a 73.9% first-time pass rate, and this is compounded by a concerning 53.3% of vehicles having recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable levels for a buyer's peace of mind. Petrol versions fare slightly better at 75.8% pass rate versus 71.9% for diesels, but both are genuinely weak.
At 48,137 miles median, these cars are fairly low-mileage for their age, yet they're racking up an average of 3.65 failures and 20.8 advisories per test, suggesting systemic weakness rather than just high-mileage wear. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers electrics, suspension, and cooling systems—the advisory count hints at electrical gremlins that plague this generation.
What to check before buying a 2013 Citroen Ds3
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 53.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (52%) | 10,243 | 75.8% | 3.32 |
| Diesel (48%) | 9,272 | 71.9% | 4.02 |
| Other (0%) | 2 | 75% | 0.5 |
| Diesel (0%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Citroen Ds3 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Citroen Ds3 vehicles fall between 37,763 and 58,947 miles.
2013 Citroen Ds3 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 16,364 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 87% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 Citroen Ds3
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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60.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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60.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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55.7%
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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42%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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41.4%
Rear Exhaust mounting defective
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36.9%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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34.7%
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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32.8%
Oil leak, but not excessive
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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