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EK18 ZXS

2018 Ds DS3

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,398 mi
Last recorded45,398 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Ds DS331,982 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK18 ZXS
MakeDs
ModelDS3
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 45,398 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 41,189 miles

Offside Front tyre starting to split inner sidewall

Fail 5 Apr 2025 41,189 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre starting to split inner sidewall

Pass 2 Apr 2024 36,648 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 36,645 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 31,067 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2023 30,950 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 22,807 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 19,206 miles

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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EK18 ZXS is a 2018 Ds DS3 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

How do I check the history of EK18 ZXS?

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What year was EK18 ZXS registered?

EK18 ZXS is a 2018 Ds DS3, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is EK18 ZXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK18 ZXS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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