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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Citroen C3 Aircross. Check any C3 Aircross by registration number below.

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88.6%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.9%

vs Citroen Avg

6

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Citroen C3 Aircross — MOT Reliability Overview

The Citroen C3 Aircross has an average MOT pass rate of 88.6%, which is 3.9 percentage points above the Citroen brand average of 84.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the C3 Aircross is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Citroen C3 Aircross fails its MOT are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn, a tyre cords visible or damaged. If you are preparing your C3 Aircross for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Citroen C3 Aircross, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Citroen C3 Aircross performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 848 vehicles

91.9%Excellent
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

7.3%

Mileage at 3yr

32k mi

2020

Based on 11,081 vehicles

91.3%Excellent
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

8.7%

Mileage at 3yr

30k mi

Mileage at 5yr

49k mi

2019

Based on 23,238 vehicles

89.2%Excellent
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

11.8%

Mileage at 3yr

32k mi

Mileage at 5yr

53k mi

2018

Based on 23,036 vehicles

85.9%Excellent
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

15.1%

Mileage at 5yr

51k mi

2017

Based on 2,215 vehicles

83.5%Good
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

15.6%

Mileage at 5yr

55k mi

0

Based on 27,274 vehicles

89.8%Excellent
Citroen average: 84.7%
Mileage at 5yr

28k mi

Top MOT Failures — Citroen C3 Aircross

The most common reasons a Citroen C3 Aircross fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.3%
2

Brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn

1.3%
3

A tyre cords visible or damaged

1.3%
4

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.2%
5

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.1%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

2.9%

Rear Nearside

2.0%

Front Offside

2.0%

Citroen C3 Aircross — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Citroen C3 Aircross MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Citroen C3 Aircross?
The average MOT pass rate for the Citroen C3 Aircross is 88.6% compared to the Citroen average of 84.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Citroen C3 Aircross?
The most common MOT failures on the Citroen C3 Aircross are: A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.3%), Brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn (1.3%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (1.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Citroen C3 Aircross reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 88.6%, the Citroen C3 Aircross is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Citroen C3 Aircross?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Citroen C3 Aircross?
Typical mileage for the Citroen C3 Aircross: 32,251 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used C3 Aircross to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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