Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + Ptch S/s A (2021)
2021 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + Ptch S/s A
CarHunch analysed 733 real MOT records for the 2021 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + Ptch S/s A. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2021 Citroën C3 Aircross Shine is significantly more reliable than the UK average, with a 93.2% first-time pass rate compared to 80%, and dangerous defects have appeared in just 5.6% of vehicles tested—well below the threshold that would raise serious buyer concerns. These cars are genuinely low-hassle on test day, averaging only 0.17 failures per vehicle.
The median mileage of 16,321 miles is exactly what you'd expect for a three-year-old car, which means this cohort hasn't been thrashed. The average 1.7 advisories per vehicle suggests minor wear items crop up now and then, but nothing structural; when buying used, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on suspension components and brake wear, which are the typical advisory categories for this age group.
What to check before buying a 2021 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + Ptch S/s A
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 722 | 93.1% | 0.18 |
| Other (2%) | 11 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + Ptch S/s A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2021 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + Ptch S/s A vehicles fall between 11,074 and 23,692 miles.
MOT History Averages
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