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Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,651 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.3%
Typical Mileage
19,416mi
Annual Mileage
4,413mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A.

Specifications

Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1200cc
Engine
129bhp
Power
9.2sec
0–62 mph
141g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1200cc
Power
129 BHP
0–62 mph
9.2 sec
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
White
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
141 g/km Band F
Emission class
6ap
Road tax (12 mo.)
£155
Road tax (6 mo.)
£85.25
Insurance group
17 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

92%
2023
93.1%
2022
91.8%
2021

Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3

Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,623 mi/yr
Typical
4,413 mi/yr
Average
5,330 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,867 mi/yr

Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 137 92.0% 9,326 18,062 30,533
2022 620 93.1% 11,351 18,812 27,461
2021 840 91.8% 12,829 19,696 30,962

How Long Does a Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A Last?

Based on 848 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.9 years
Median
3.0 years

Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
19,416 mi
75th Percentile
29,381 mi
95th Percentile
52,366 mi
Max Recorded
95,649 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

93.1% MOT pass rate from 620 tests

Year to avoid
2021

91.8% MOT pass rate from 840 tests

The best year to buy a used Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.1% across 620 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A THIS CAR 92.3% 1,651 19,416 mi — yrs
Citroen Xsara 69.1% 5,047,330 77,497 mi 28 yrs
Citroen Berlingo 70.1% 4,453,235 83,738 mi 29 yrs
Citroen C3 72.7% 4,435,918 53,913 mi 24 yrs
Volvo V60 Momentum B3 MHEV Auto 90.4% 2,438 31,714 mi — yrs

Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A?

The Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.3% across 1,651 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A owner drives around 4,413 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A reliable?
Based on 1,651 MOT tests, the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A has a 92.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A do per year?
The typical Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A does around 4,413 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Ptch S/s A is 2022 with a 93.1% pass rate across 620 tests.