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VF14 AYJ

2014 Citroen DS3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

76,443 mi
Last recorded76,443 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2014 Citroen DS352,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF14 AYJ
MakeCitroen
ModelDS3
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 76,443 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 72,710 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2024 72,691 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 68,052 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 47,705 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 47,705 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 37,419 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 37,419 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 34,435 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 34,435 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 33,434 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Feb 2020 33,433 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Perished and cracked to the cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly perished and cracking on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 29,823 miles

tyre pressure warning lamp intermittent fault

Pass 19 Feb 2018 27,882 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen DS3?

Based on 1,136,829 MOT tests across 82,556 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
5,822
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
82,556
On UK Roads
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VF14 AYJ is a 2014 Citroen DS3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2014 Citroen DS3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 52,047 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Citroen DS3 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 12 years old, this Citroen DS3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VF14 AYJ registered?

VF14 AYJ is a 2014 Citroen DS3, first registered on 14 August 2014.

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