2019 · 5 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2019 DS DS3 MOT pass rate and common faults

2,407 MOT tests in 2024. 82.0% passed first time, compared with 84.9% for all cars the same age.

97Below average
Passed first time82.0%
Failed or needed repairs18.0%
Typical mileage at test32,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 2,407 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively6.4%
  2. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.7%
    93 marked dangerous
  3. Tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords1.2%
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm1.0%
    37 marked dangerous
  5. Brake discs: significantly and obviously worn1.0%
  6. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt0.9%
  7. Headlamp aim: too high0.7%
  8. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid0.5%
  9. Washers: not working0.5%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)8.0%
  2. Brakes5.9%
  3. Tyres3.8%
  4. Lights & electrics3.4%
  5. Body & chassis1.8%
  6. Emissions & leaks0.7%
  7. Suspension0.7%
  8. Seat belts & airbags0.2%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened16.8%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm13.5%
  3. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick9.8%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.1%
  5. Brake discs: significantly and obviously worn5.1%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2019 DS DS3?

In 2024, 82.0% of 2019 DS DS3 cars passed their MOT first time, across 2,407 tests. The average for all 5-year-old cars was 84.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2019 DS DS3?

The most common failure reasons were wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively; brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick; tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords. The biggest problem area was visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors).

Is the 2019 DS DS3 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 97, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).