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

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Is the Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto reliable? We analysed 1,352 real MOT tests across 511 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,352 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
83.6%
Typical Mileage
25,487mi
Annual Mileage
6,402mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Specifications

Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

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

1200cc
Engine
129bhp
Power
9.4sec
0–62 mph
130g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1200cc
Power
129 BHP
Power (kW)
96 kW
0–62 mph
9.4 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
130 g/km Band D
Emission class
6ap
Road tax (12 mo.)
£155
Road tax (6 mo.)
£85.25
Insurance group
19 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto Number Plates

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

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Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

87.7%
2022
83.2%
2021

Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8

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

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

Low usage
4,393 mi/yr
Typical
6,402 mi/yr
Average
7,148 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,990 mi/yr

Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 155 87.7% 17,432 23,883 31,802
2021 1,142 83.2% 18,065 25,269 35,055

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

Based on 511 Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.4 years
Median
3.0 years

Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
25,487 mi
75th Percentile
35,158 mi
95th Percentile
51,804 mi
Max Recorded
98,206 mi

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

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

Best year
2022

87.7% MOT pass rate from 155 tests

Year to avoid
2021

83.2% MOT pass rate from 1,142 tests

The best year to buy a used Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.7% across 155 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.2% — 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 Shine Puretech S/s Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto THIS CAR 83.6% 1,352 25,487 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
Suzuki Vitara Sz-t HEV Auto 93.2% 1,286 19,444 mi — yrs

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

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

The Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.6% across 1,352 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 C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto 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 Shine Puretech S/s Auto owner drives around 6,402 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 Shine Puretech S/s Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto reliable?
Based on 1,352 MOT tests, the Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto has a 83.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto do per year?
The typical Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto does around 6,402 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto?
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 Shine Puretech S/s Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s Auto is 2022 with a 87.7% pass rate across 155 tests.