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DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 193 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

193

Avg Mileage

49,705 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,482

Is the 2018 DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%.

At 6 years old, 90% of DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS As from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 193 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 49,705 miles.

How does the 2018 DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars366th out of 649(top 56%)
Rank among all DS models21th out of 53(top 40%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average+1% (89% avg)
vs DS average+2% (88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A has 49,705 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 DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1997cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,482
Per month£124/mo

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

DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201989%3540,522 mi
201890%19349,705 mi

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About the 2018 DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A

The 2018 DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A is a family car with a 1997cc diesel engine. 193 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 beats that benchmark.

With an average of 49,705 miles at 6 years old, DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A Fuel Costs

The 1997cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2018 DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2018 DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A

At 6 years old, the DS DS7 C-BACK ULTRAPRSTG BHDISS A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

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