Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto (2021)
2021 Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto
CarHunch analysed 345 real MOT records for the 2021 Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2021 Citroën C5 Aircross Shine+ PHEV is significantly more reliable than average, with an 89.3% first-time pass rate well above the UK's 80% benchmark—this is a strong result for a hybrid model at this age. The 11.9% dangerous defect rate is acceptable and sits below concerning territory, so safety issues aren't a major red flag here.
These vehicles are running at sensible mileages for their age (median 29,280 miles), which reflects careful ownership and keeps the failure picture positive. With less than one failure per vehicle on average but 1.8 advisories per car, you're looking at a model that mostly passes cleanly but benefits from staying on top of minor maintenance—budget for routine attention rather than expecting major repair bills.
What to check before buying a 2021 Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto
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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Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Citroen C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto 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 C5 Aircross Shine + PHEV Auto vehicles fall between 19,654 and 40,093 miles.
MOT History Averages
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