Ds Ds 3 Crossback Prestige Ev
From 242 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre cords visible or damaged and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 8 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 8 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 6 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| wiper blade defective | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 2 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 1 |
| reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 38.7% of failures are serious: 38.7% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £59.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87.8% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ds 3 Crossback Prestige Evs tested had between 15,169 and 30,775 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 21,614 median miles, the Ds 3 Crossback Prestige Ev has 0.052 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ds models
Common questions
What is the Ds Ds 3 Crossback Prestige Ev MOT pass rate?
The Ds Ds 3 Crossback Prestige Ev has a 88.8% MOT pass rate based on 242 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ds Ds 3 Crossback Prestige Ev?
The most common MOT failure on the Ds Ds 3 Crossback Prestige Ev is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include a tyre cords visible or damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Ds Ds 3 Crossback Prestige Ev at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ds Ds 3 Crossback Prestige Ev is 21,614 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 15,169 and 30,775 miles.
Buying a used Ds 3 Crossback Prestige Ev?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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