Ds Ds4
From 8,126 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Ds4s fare better: 2018 models pass at 78.8% vs 72% for 2015.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened. The top issue, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 424 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.
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 424 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 321 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 285 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 200 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 139 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 115 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 112 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 98 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 92 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 91 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 37.8% of Ds4 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 18.3% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £121.
Ds Ds4 on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 219 newly registered in the past year with 155 leaving, a net gain of 64.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 6,235 | 176 | +0 | -83 | -83 |
| 2025 Q2 | 6,324 | 170 | +182 | -36 | +146 |
| 2025 Q1 | 6,227 | 121 | +19 | -12 | +7 |
| 2024 Q4 | 6,236 | 105 | +18 | -24 | -6 |
| 2024 Q3 | 6,259 | 88 | +146 | -11 | +135 |
| 2024 Q2 | 6,111 | 101 | +79 | -34 | +45 |
| 2024 Q1 | 6,078 | 89 | +66 | -36 | +30 |
| 2023 Q4 | 6,065 | 72 | +88 | -0 | +101 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ds4 Crossback Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 750 | 14% |
| Ds4 Elegance Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 719 | 13% |
| Ds4 Prestige Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 664 | 12% |
| Ds4 Performance Lne Ptech Ss A | Petrol | 421 | 8% |
| Ds4 Rivoli Puretech S/S Auto | Petrol | 321 | 6% |
| Ds4 Performnce Lne+ Ptech Ss A | Petrol | 295 | 6% |
| Ds4 Elegance Puretech S/S | Petrol | 291 | 5% |
| Ds4 Trocadero Puretech Ss Auto | Petrol | 213 | 4% |
| Ds4 Dstyle Nav Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 209 | 4% |
| Ds4 Prestige Bluehdi S/S Auto | Diesel | 202 | 4% |
| Ds4 Crossback Puretech S/S | Petrol | 189 | 4% |
| Ds4 Trocadero Phev Auto | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 160 | 3% |
| Ds4 Elegance Bluehdi S/S Auto | Diesel | 158 | 3% |
| Ds4 Crossback Bluehdi S/S Auto | Diesel | 153 | 3% |
| Ds4 Prestige Puretech S/S | Petrol | 148 | 3% |
| Ds4 Performance Line Phev Auto | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 120 | 2% |
| Ds4 Perf Line Bluehdi S/S | Diesel | 105 | 2% |
| Ds4 Perfrmnc Ln E-Tense Phev A | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 98 | 2% |
| Ds4 Performance Line + Phev A | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 76 | 1% |
| Ds4 Perf Line Puretech S/S | Petrol | 67 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 78.8% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2017 | 78% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2016 | 74.4% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2015 | 72% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ds4s tested had between 46,211 and 77,103 miles on the clock.
At 61,086 median miles, the Ds4 has 0.041 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ds models
Common questions
What is the Ds Ds4 MOT pass rate?
The Ds Ds4 has a 75.1% MOT pass rate based on 8,126 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ds Ds4?
The most common MOT failure on the Ds Ds4 is a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 424 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
How many Ds Ds4s are on UK roads?
There are 6,235 Ds Ds4s currently licensed on UK roads, with 176 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Ds Ds4 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ds Ds4 is 61,086 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 46,211 and 77,103 miles.
Buying a used Ds4?
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.
With a 75.1% pass rate and an average repair bill of £121 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 37.8% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.