Citroen C3 Shine + Puretech S/s (2022)
2022 Citroen C3 Shine + Puretech S/s
CarHunch analysed 844 real MOT records for the 2022 Citroen C3 Shine + Puretech S/s. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2022 Citroën C3 Shine+ PureTech is a strong performer in the MOT arena, with a 90.8% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%, and only 2.1% of vehicles ever flagged with a dangerous defect—a reassuring figure for a buyer. This is a petrol-only cohort with no meaningful reliability variation to worry about.
At a median mileage of 17,611 km, these cars are still relatively young and low-mileage, so the pass rate reflects genuine early-life robustness rather than survivor bias. The average vehicle picks up just 0.1 failures and 0.8 advisories per test, suggesting routine wear rather than chronic problems—so if you're shopping for one, prioritise a full service history and check the bodywork and interior condition, as mechanical strength clearly isn't the weak link here.
What to check before buying a 2022 Citroen C3 Shine + Puretech S/s
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 (100%) | 843 | 90.8% | 0.1 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Citroen C3 Shine + Puretech S/s 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 2022 Citroen C3 Shine + Puretech S/s vehicles fall between 11,881 and 27,646 miles.
MOT History Averages
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