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Citroen C4 Sense + Puretech S/s Auto (2021)

419 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.2% first-time pass rate

2021 Citroen C4 Sense + Puretech S/s Auto

CarHunch analysed 419 real MOT records for the 2021 Citroen C4 Sense + Puretech S/s Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 419 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2021 Citroën C4 is a solid performer, passing its MOT first time in 87.1% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%—with only 6.2% of vehicles ever developing dangerous defects, which is reassuringly low. The petrol engine variant (which accounts for nearly all examples) maintains that same 86.9% pass rate, so fuel type isn't a differentiator here.

At an average mileage of 28,968 miles, these cars are running well within expected parameters for their age, and they're generating few actual failures (0.39 per vehicle) though advisories are moderate at 2.1 per test. Check the suspension and exhaust history when you're evaluating one, as these tend to be the advisory culprits on this model, but overall this is a reliable choice if you're buying used.

The 2021 Citroen C4 Sense + Puretech S/s Auto passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (88.2% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.
First-time pass
88.2%
UK average ~80%
Better than average
Dangerous (ever)
6.2%
At least once in MOT history
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Avg failures / car
0.39
Over 2.5 tests on record
Low
Typical mileage
27k
Middle half: 17k–38k
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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 88.2% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.
🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 2.1 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.
🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 419 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Before you buy a 2021 Citroen C4 Sense + Puretech S/s Auto

Based on MOT data from 419 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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  • 🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection ClickMechanic →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type Vehicles Pass rate Avg failures
Petrol (99%) 413 88% 0.4

Colour Breakdown

Based on 983 Citroen C4 Sense + Puretech S/s Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 32.8%
322
Blue 19.9%
196
Black 14.8%
145
Red 12.3%
121
White 12.3%
121
Brown 7.9%
78

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Citroen C4 Sense + Puretech S/s Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

26,968
typical
17,432
low mileage
38,056
high mileage

Half of all 2021 Citroen C4 Sense + Puretech S/s Auto vehicles fall between 17,432 and 38,056 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?
✓ Under 17,432 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.
✓ 17,432–38,056 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Citroen C4 Sense + Puretech S/s Autos sit.
⚠ Over 51,375 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.5
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.39
Avg failures per vehicle
2.1
Avg advisories per vehicle
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