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Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s reliable? We analysed 1,140 real MOT tests across 703 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,140 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.5%
Typical Mileage
29,478mi
Annual Mileage
7,371mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s.

Specifications

Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1200cc
Engine
99bhp
Power
11.3sec
0–62 mph
122g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1200cc
Power
99 BHP
Power (kW)
74 kW
0–62 mph
11.3 sec
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

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

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
122 g/km Band D
Emission class
6ap
Road tax (12 mo.)
£155
Road tax (6 mo.)
£85.25
Insurance group
13 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

87.8%
2023
85%
2022
80.4%
2021

Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7

Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,147 mi/yr
Typical
7,371 mi/yr
Average
8,107 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,816 mi/yr

Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 262 87.8% 23,254 34,585 44,003
2022 539 85.0% 19,457 26,808 36,706
2021 306 80.4% 20,850 28,018 37,140

How Long Does a Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s Last?

Based on 703 Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.6 years
Median
2.0 years

Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
29,478 mi
75th Percentile
39,657 mi
95th Percentile
58,374 mi
Max Recorded
108,879 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s

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

Best year
2023

87.8% MOT pass rate from 262 tests

Year to avoid
2021

80.4% MOT pass rate from 306 tests

The best year to buy a used Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.8% across 262 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s THIS CAR 84.5% 1,140 29,478 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
Jaguar X-type SE D 69.4% 782 123,050 mi — yrs

Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s?

The Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.5% across 1,140 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 has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s 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 C4 Sense Puretech S/s owner drives around 7,371 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 C4 Sense Puretech S/s — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s reliable?
Based on 1,140 MOT tests, the Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s has a 84.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s do per year?
The typical Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s does around 7,371 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s?
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 C4 Sense Puretech S/s?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Citroen C4 Sense Puretech S/s is 2023 with a 87.8% pass rate across 262 tests.