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Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto reliable? We analysed 1,404 real MOT tests across 651 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,404 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.2%
Typical Mileage
30,866mi
Annual Mileage
7,674mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto.

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Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90%
2022
87.3%
2021

Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8

Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,265 mi/yr
Typical
7,674 mi/yr
Average
8,927 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,931 mi/yr

Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 470 90.0% 20,970 30,931 43,958
2021 877 87.3% 21,079 30,365 42,345

How Long Does a Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto Last?

Based on 651 Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.0 years
Median
3.0 years

Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
30,866 mi
75th Percentile
43,240 mi
95th Percentile
76,395 mi
Max Recorded
136,091 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto

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

Best year
2022

90.0% MOT pass rate from 470 tests

Year to avoid
2021

87.3% MOT pass rate from 877 tests

The best year to buy a used Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.0% across 470 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto THIS CAR 88.2% 1,404 30,866 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
Seat Altea SE Cr TDI Ecomotive 86.5% 1,273 93,590 mi — yrs

Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto?

The Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.2% across 1,404 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 C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV 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 C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto owner drives around 7,674 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 C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto reliable?
Based on 1,404 MOT tests, the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto has a 88.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto do per year?
The typical Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto does around 7,674 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV 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 C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto is 2022 with a 90.0% pass rate across 470 tests.