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SM18 VDK

2018 Ds DS3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,373 mi
Last recorded39,373 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Ds DS331,982 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM18 VDK
MakeDs
ModelDS3
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 39,373 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 27,123 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 12 Aug 2024 27,123 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 18,686 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 15,820 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 14,629 miles

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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SM18 VDK is a 2018 Ds DS3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Ds DS3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 31,982 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Ds DS3 typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 8 years old, this Ds DS3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM18 VDK?

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What year was SM18 VDK registered?

SM18 VDK is a 2018 Ds DS3, first registered on 28 June 2018.

Is SM18 VDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM18 VDK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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