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Ds common problems and MOT failures

From 74,028 MOT tests in 2024, 22.4% of Ds vehicles failed. Below are the most common reasons, ranked by how often they occur.

Top Ds MOT failure reasons

#ProblemOccurrences
1transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc2,913
2spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened1,955
3tyre tread depth outside legal limits1,831
4wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen1,155
5tyre seriously damaged1,116
6suspension pin, bush or joint worn1,023
7brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm997
8lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning904
9the aim of a headlamp is not within limits the requirements804
10windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen793

What this means if you're buying a Ds

The single most common MOT failure for Ds is transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, accounting for 22% of all failure items.

These figures are from real MOT inspections. They show what testers actually find wrong with Ds vehicles. If you're viewing a used Ds, it's worth checking these areas specifically.

Ds models by MOT pass rate

Lowest pass rates first. These models have the most testable issues.

ModelTestsPass rate
Ds48,12675.1%
Ds353,97176.1%
Ds52,27780.1%
Ds 3 Crossback Prfrmnc Line Ev48982.6%
Ds7 C-Back Ultraprstg Bhdiss A24584.1%
Ds7 C-Back Pfrmnc Ln Bhdi Ss A99984.3%
Ds7 C-Back Pfrmnc Ln B-Hdi S/S79586%
Ds73,57186.6%
Ds3 C-Back Pfrmc Ln+ Ptch Ss A33488.3%
Ds 3 Crossback Prestige Ev24288.8%
Ds 3 Crossback Ultra Prstge Ev89689.1%
Ds7 Crossback Prstge Bhdi Ss A64189.7%
Ds7 Cback Ultra Prstg Phev4X4A40190%

Buying a specific Ds? Check the individual vehicle's MOT history for free on GOV.UK to see its actual test results, advisories, and mileage readings.

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