Citroen Ds Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Citroen Ds reliable? We analysed 7,937 real MOT tests across 1,007 vehicles to find out.
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The Citroen Ds is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and headlamp aim too low. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen Ds.
Citroen Ds Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Citroen Ds. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Citroen Ds MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Citroen Ds to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Citroen Ds Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Citroen Ds fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Citroen Ds Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Citroen Ds owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Citroen Ds MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen Ds year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 155 | 79.4% | 30,374 | 53,300 | 65,322 |
| 2015 | 125 | 83.2% | 15,960 | 37,208 | 69,205 |
| 2014 | 128 | 83.6% | 27,946 | 41,552 | 77,632 |
| 2013 | 71 | 78.9% | 33,434 | 63,804 | 82,302 |
| 2012 | 65 | 84.6% | 37,473 | 45,345 | 54,687 |
| 2011 | 52 | 84.6% | 22,442 | 55,055 | 74,136 |
| 2010 | 70 | 78.6% | 21,922 | 36,645 | 60,976 |
| 2009 | 60 | 78.3% | 61,090 | 74,384 | 78,618 |
| 2008 | 189 | 84.1% | 25,902 | 44,723 | 73,108 |
| 2007 | 122 | 75.4% | 37,858 | 49,804 | 65,787 |
| 2006 | 89 | 83.1% | 11,014 | 18,135 | 72,794 |
| 2005 | 270 | 71.9% | 25,495 | 55,488 | 79,751 |
| 2004 | 218 | 80.3% | 12,340 | 53,932 | 75,478 |
| 2003 | 172 | 78.5% | 29,686 | 53,742 | 69,848 |
| 2002 | 152 | 77.6% | 32,055 | 70,090 | 83,144 |
| 2001 | 143 | 68.5% | 27,836 | 44,680 | 72,089 |
| 2000 | 159 | 78.6% | 15,458 | 31,518 | 45,513 |
| 1999 | 224 | 75.9% | 23,651 | 46,404 | 73,535 |
| 1998 | 288 | 79.2% | 16,206 | 33,928 | 62,485 |
| 1997 | 266 | 75.9% | 24,072 | 52,024 | 77,624 |
How Long Does a Citroen Ds Last?
Based on 1,007 Citroen Ds vehicles on UK roads.
Citroen Ds Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Citroen Ds MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen Ds
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.6% MOT pass rate from 52 tests
68.5% MOT pass rate from 143 tests
The best year to buy a used Citroen Ds is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.6% across 52 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Citroen Ds Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citroen Ds THIS CAR | 78.6% | 7,937 | 48,944 mi | 60 yrs |
| Citroen Xsara | 69.1% | 5,047,330 | 77,497 mi | 28 yrs |
| Citroen Berlingo | 70.1% | 4,453,235 | 83,738 mi | 29 yrs |
| Citroen C3 | 72.7% | 4,435,918 | 53,913 mi | 24 yrs |
| Seat Ibiza FR MPI | 87.7% | 8,618 | 29,476 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen Ds outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Citroen Ds has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.6% across 7,937 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Citroen Ds are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (306 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (168), and headlamp aim too low (157). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Citroen Ds owner drives around 970 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Citroen Ds models stay on UK roads for around 60 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.