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EF18 PGU

2018 Ds DS3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,756 mi
Last recorded61,756 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Ds DS331,982 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF18 PGU
MakeDs
ModelDS3
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 61,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 55,640 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Jan 2025 55,599 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tpms light on

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn inner edges on minimum legal requirement. (5.2.3 (e))

off side front wing damaged.

service light on.

Pass 30 May 2023 42,405 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 38,012 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 38,012 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2021 34,105 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 brake discs becoming worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

no diesel test done-due to low emissions produced

undertrays fitted - obscuring testable items

How Reliable is the Ds DS3?

Based on 289,414 MOT tests across 35,001 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,540
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
35,001
On UK Roads
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EF18 PGU is a 2018 Ds DS3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Ds DS3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 31,982 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Ds DS3 typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 8 years old, this Ds DS3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF18 PGU registered?

EF18 PGU is a 2018 Ds DS3, first registered on 19 June 2018.

Is EF18 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF18 PGU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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