Citroen DS3: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was recorded as a failure area in 12.0% of Citroen DS3 MOT tests — 59,676 tests out of 498,962. It shows up most on 2010 and 2012 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,307 | 13.9% |
| 2011 | 65,098 | 12.9% |
| 2012 | 102,048 | 13.1% |
| 2013 | 123,393 | 11.3% |
| 2014 | 121,824 | 11.1% |
| 2015 | 56,292 | 11.5% |
| 2016 | 1,310 | 5.8% |
| 2017 | 475 | 4.0% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.