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DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 48 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

98%

Total Tests (2024)

48

Avg Mileage

20,533 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,400

Is the 2021 DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the DS brand average of 88%.

At 3 years old, 98% of DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 48 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 20,533 miles.

How does the 2021 DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars264th out of 3,373(top 8%)
Rank among all DS models2nd out of 53(top 4%)
vs national average+16% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+6% (92% avg)
vs DS average+10% (88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A has 20,533 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 DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1200cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,400
Per month£117/mo

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

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About the 2021 DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A

The 2021 DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 48 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 8% of all 2021 cars for reliability.

With an average of 20,533 miles at 3 years old, DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A 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 2021 DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A

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. Note: with only 48 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2021 DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A

The DS DS3 CBK INS DE LA FRG PTC SS A is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: