Citroen C3 Aircross (2020)
2020 Citroen C3 Aircross
CarHunch analysed 4,267 real MOT records for the 2020 Citroen C3 Aircross. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2020 Citroën C3 Aircross is a genuinely reliable used buy, with a 91.6% first-time MOT pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—and petrol versions edge out diesel with a 91.7% pass rate versus 89.5%. Dangerous defects are present in only 13.4% of vehicles tested, which is reassuringly low and shouldn't deter a buyer.
At an average mileage of 25,023 for a four-year-old car, these examples have been driven reasonably but not heavily, suggesting good preservation of key components. The typical vehicle records 0.37 failures and 3.7 advisories per test, meaning minor wear items (wipers, lights, trim) are the norm rather than structural problems—so budget for routine maintenance but don't expect expensive surprises.
What to check before buying a 2020 Citroen C3 Aircross
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 (94%) | 3,997 | 91.7% | 0.37 |
| Diesel (6%) | 270 | 89.5% | 0.48 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2020 Citroen C3 Aircross 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 2020 Citroen C3 Aircross vehicles fall between 15,871 and 31,188 miles.
2020 Citroen C3 Aircross — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 4,179 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.
MOT History Averages
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