Citroen C3 (2017)
2017 Citroen C3
CarHunch analysed 15,693 real MOT records for the 2017 Citroen C3. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Citroën C3 passes its MOT first time at 86%, which is a solid 6 points above the UK average, suggesting these cars are generally well-maintained. However, nearly a quarter (23%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is notably high and worth factoring into your purchasing decision—budget for thorough pre-purchase inspection.
At 35,165 miles median, these C3s are running lower than expected for a seven-year-old car, indicating many are lightly used. The average vehicle racks up 1.17 failures and 8 advisories per test, pointing to minor wear items rather than structural problems; prioritise checking suspension, lighting, and brake condition before you buy.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 1.6 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2017 Citroen C3
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.
- ⚠️ 23% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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 (90%) | 14,050 | 86.1% | 1.16 |
| Diesel (10%) | 1,641 | 84.5% | 1.31 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 50% | 1 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Citroen C3 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 2017 Citroen C3 vehicles fall between 25,953 and 45,446 miles.
2017 Citroen C3 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 14,791 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2017 Citroen C3
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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38.4%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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35.8%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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33.7%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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32.5%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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24.5%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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24%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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16.4%
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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14%
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017. Counts include advisories and failures.
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