Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH MOT pass rate and common problems
92.6% of 1,277 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH MOT tests pass.
The C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH passes its MOT 92.6% of the time — well above the average across all Citroen models, which sits at 71.7%.
The Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH passes its MOT 92.6% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 92.5% at 0–3 years versus 92.7% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 92.5% | 1,043 | 15,691 miles |
| 3–6 years | 92.7% | 234 | 18,382 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH
The most common reason the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH fails its MOT is tyres — present in 52.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 52.9% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Brakes | 29.4% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 18.5% | Too low |
| Visibility | 6.7% | Provides insufficient washer liquid |
| Suspension | 5.0% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 5.0% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 4.2% | Buckle not functioning as intended |
| Body, chassis, structure | 3.4% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Steering | 0.8% | That is 'fly by wire' has the angle of the steering wheel is inconsistent with the angle of the road wheels |
| Road Wheels | 0.8% | Fixing missing |
Buying a used Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH: what to check
These checks follow the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 92.9% down to 88.8%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 52.9% of failed Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Brakes
Recorded in 29.4% of failed Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH MOTs.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
3. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 18.5% of failed Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
4. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 6.7% of failed Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 1.3% of tests at 3–6 years failed on windscreen and wipers.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
5. Suspension
Recorded in 5.0% of failed Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH MOTs.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Citroen service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Citroen models
- Citroen C-Crosser — 63.7% pass rate
- Citroen C15 — 55.3% pass rate
- Citroen C4 Sense — 85.3% pass rate
- Citroen C4 GR Stourer — 89.7% pass rate
- Citroen E-C4 — 88.5% pass rate
- Citroen C8 — 55.0% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH?
- 92.6% of Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH MOT tests pass, based on 1,277 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH?
- The most common reason the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH fails its MOT is tyres — present in 52.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
- What are the common problems with the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH are tyres; brakes; lights and electrics.
- What should I check when buying a used Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; brakes; lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers; suspension. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Citroen C3 Aircross Shine + PTCH's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Citroen service history guide for how to check and keep one.