Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,662 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 8.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s MOT Reliability Overview
The Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,662 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.6% and a failure rate of 8.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s presents for MOT with approximately 20,903 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2022 models achieve the highest pass rate at 96.6%, while 2021 models have the lowest at 91.3%. This 5.3 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s is Brakes, affecting 8.4% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Tyres at 5.2%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment rounds out the top three at 2.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
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Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 8.4% | 139 |
| 2 | Tyres | 5.2% | 86 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.0% | 34 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.0% | 17 |
| 5 | Non-component Advisories | 0.9% | 15 |
| 6 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.9% | 15 |
| 7 | Suspension | 0.5% | 9 |
| 8 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.4% | 6 |
| 9 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.1% | 2 |
| 10 | Steering | 0.1% | 1 |
| 11 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.1% | 1 |
| 12 | Other | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 20,903 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 4.00 | 8.4% | 139 |
| Tyres | 2.48 | 5.2% | 86 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.98 | 2.0% | 34 |
| Visibility | 0.49 | 1.0% | 17 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.43 | 0.9% | 15 |
| Body & Structure | 0.43 | 0.9% | 15 |
| Suspension | 0.26 | 0.5% | 9 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.17 | 0.4% | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 0.06 | 0.1% | 2 |
| Steering | 0.03 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.03 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Other | 0.03 | 0.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s has 20,903 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.02% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s MOT Data
The Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,662 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.6% and a failure rate of 8.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on brakes and tyres for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s is likely to perform.
Brakes — 8.4% of failures
Brakes issues account for 8.4% of MOT failures on the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Tyres — 5.2% of failures
Tyres issues account for 5.2% of MOT failures on the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 2.0% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 2.0% of MOT failures on the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s?
Based on 1,662 MOT tests in our database, the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s has an overall pass rate of 91.6% (8.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s?
The top 3 reasons a Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (8.4%), 2. Tyres (5.2%), 3. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (2.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s reliable?
With a 8.4% MOT failure rate, the C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/s?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (8.4%); Tyres (5.2%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (2.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.