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DS DS 3 CROSSBACK PRESTIGE EV (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 261 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

91%

Total Tests (2024)

261

Avg Mileage

23,022 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£945

Is the 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK PRESTIGE EV reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%.

At 3 years old, 91% of DS DS 3 CROSSBACK PRESTIGE EVs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 261 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 23,022 miles.

How does the 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK PRESTIGE EV compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars2322th out of 3,373(top 69%)
Rank among all DS models18th out of 53(top 34%)
vs national average+9% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-1% (92% avg)
vs DS average+3% (88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK PRESTIGE EV has 23,022 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

How much does a 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK PRESTIGE EV cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Electric, 0cc)
£500
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£945
Per month£79/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

DS DS 3 CROSSBACK PRESTIGE EV by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202191%26123,022 mi
202090%16832,578 mi

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About the 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK PRESTIGE EV

The 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK PRESTIGE EV is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 261 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 23,022 miles at 3 years old, DS DS 3 CROSSBACK PRESTIGE EV owners drive about as much as the UK average.

What does it cost to own a 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK PRESTIGE EV?

Total estimated annual running cost is £945 (£79/month), broken down as £500 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK PRESTIGE EV

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

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