2022 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/S — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,970 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/S, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 94.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 2.9% | 58 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.6% | 32 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 28 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.3% | 26 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 6 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 25 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 20 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 19 |
| 4 | Washers | 18 |
| 5 | Wipers | 10 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 6 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 18.0% | 354 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.2% | 339 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.6% | 129 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.5% | 30 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.1% | 21 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 13 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,523 | 3.9% |
| 30-60k | 430 | 10.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 63 | 4.8% |
| 2025 | 1,904 | 5.5% |
What to check before buying a 2022 C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/S
Before buying a 2022 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/S, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 2.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (2.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (1.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (1.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/Ss pass their MOT?
94.5% of the 1,970 2022 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/S MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Citroen C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/S?
Tyres, recorded in 2.9% of tests, followed by brakes (1.6%).
Does the 2022 C3 Aircross Shine Puretech S/S get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.9% in the 0-30k band to 10.9% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,970 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.