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Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A reliable? We analysed 553 real MOT tests across 159 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 553 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.2%
Typical Mileage
28,152mi
Annual Mileage
7,983mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A.

Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93.8%
2021
88.5%
2020

Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14
Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached 2
Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached both rear arms bushes fallen out 2
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and perishing 2

Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,085 mi/yr
Typical
7,983 mi/yr
Average
8,820 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,288 mi/yr

Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 97 93.8% 20,211 25,874 38,740
2020 426 88.5% 19,666 28,412 41,435

How Long Does a Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A Last?

Based on 159 Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.6 years
Median
5.0 years

Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
28,152 mi
75th Percentile
40,652 mi
95th Percentile
63,895 mi
Max Recorded
99,215 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

93.8% MOT pass rate from 97 tests

Year to avoid
2020

88.5% MOT pass rate from 426 tests

The best year to buy a used Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.8% across 97 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A THIS CAR 89.2% 553 28,152 mi — yrs
Ds DS3 78.4% 289,414 39,391 mi 11 yrs
Ds DS4 78.8% 41,313 46,222 mi 11 yrs
Ds DS5 81.5% 12,497 49,754 mi 11 yrs
Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI 2WD 67.6% 928 129,956 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ds DS3 (78.4% pass rate) and the Ds DS4 (78.8% pass rate), the Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A?

The Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.2% across 553 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A owner drives around 7,983 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.

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.

Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A reliable?
Based on 553 MOT tests, the Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A has a 89.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A do per year?
The typical Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A does around 7,983 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ds DS7 Cback Ultra Prstg PHEV4X4A is 2021 with a 93.8% pass rate across 97 tests.