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DS DS 3 CROSSBACK ULTRA PRSTGE EV (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 503 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

92%

Total Tests (2024)

503

Avg Mileage

21,329 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£945

Is the 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK ULTRA PRSTGE EV reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the DS brand average of 88%.

At 3 years old, 92% of DS DS 3 CROSSBACK ULTRA PRSTGE EVs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 503 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 21,329 miles.

How does the 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK ULTRA PRSTGE EV compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars1971th out of 3,373(top 58%)
Rank among all DS models14th out of 53(top 26%)
vs national average+10% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+0% (92% avg)
vs DS average+4% (88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK ULTRA PRSTGE EV has 21,329 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 ULTRA PRSTGE 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 ULTRA PRSTGE EV by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202192%50321,329 mi
202090%45925,678 mi

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About the 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK ULTRA PRSTGE EV

The 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK ULTRA PRSTGE EV is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 503 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 21,329 miles at 3 years old, DS DS 3 CROSSBACK ULTRA PRSTGE EV owners drive about as much as the UK average.

What does it cost to own a 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK ULTRA PRSTGE 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 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 DS DS 3 CROSSBACK ULTRA PRSTGE 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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