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BL16 VNJ

2016 Ds DS3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,642 mi
Last recorded56,642 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Ds DS341,600 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL16 VNJ
MakeDs
ModelDS3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 56,642 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 50,442 miles

Nearside Body component slightly loose Sill panel trim. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre central tread.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact citroen for information & to arrange a free repair.

Fail 28 Jul 2025 50,442 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Delaminated. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Delaminated. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Body component slightly loose Both outer side sill trims. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Insecure on outer housing. ( retaining clip missing ) (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre central tread.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 46,095 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Lower Body component slightly loose Side trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Body component slightly loose Side trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 46,095 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Lower Body component slightly loose Side trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Body component slightly loose Side trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 41,670 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 41,670 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2022 35,845 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 29,162 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 25,373 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2020 25,373 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17 inch flex (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24 inch flex (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 20,607 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Ds DS3?

Based on 289,414 MOT tests across 35,001 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,540
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
35,001
On UK Roads
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BL16 VNJ is a 2016 Ds DS3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Ds DS3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 41,600 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Ds DS3 typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 10 years old, this Ds DS3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BL16 VNJ registered?

BL16 VNJ is a 2016 Ds DS3, first registered on 9 June 2016.

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