CITROEN DS3 (2018)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 54 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
89%
Total Tests (2024)
54
Avg Mileage
42,797 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,550
Is the 2018 CITROEN DS3 reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 7 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the CITROEN brand average of 79%.
At 6 years old, 89% of CITROEN DS3s from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 54 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 42,797 miles.
How does the 2018 CITROEN DS3 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2018 CITROEN DS3 has 42,797 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2018 CITROEN DS3 cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
CITROEN DS3 by Year
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About the 2018 CITROEN DS3
The 2018 CITROEN DS3 is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 54 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 42,797 miles at 6 years old, CITROEN DS3 owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2018 CITROEN DS3 Fuel Costs
The modest 1200cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2018 CITROEN DS3?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,550 (£129/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 89% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
CITROEN DS3 Reliability Trend
Newer CITROEN DS3s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2018 CITROEN DS3
At 6 years old, the CITROEN DS3 offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 54 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2018 CITROEN DS3
The CITROEN DS3 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2016) 81% pass rate (-8%) from 205,128 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2016) 81% pass rate (-8%) from 133,045 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2016) 87% pass rate (-2%) from 109,880 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-3%) from 100,176 tests