2019 Citroen C3 Flair + Puretech S/S Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 438 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Citroen C3 Flair + Puretech S/S Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and tyres. Its pass rate of 94.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 3.2% | 14 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.6% | 7 |
| 3 | Tyres | 1.4% | 6 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.7% | 3 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.5% | 2 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 6 |
| 2 | Brake discs | 5 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 4 |
| 4 | Side repeaters | 4 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 3 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 2 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 20.5% | 90 |
| 2 | Tyres | 17.3% | 76 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.6% | 20 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 8 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.1% | 5 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.9% | 4 |
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 | 349 | 4.6% |
| 30-60k | 85 | 9.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 97 | 1.0% |
| 2023 | 112 | 6.3% |
| 2024 | 110 | 5.5% |
| 2025 | 119 | 9.2% |
What to check before buying a 2019 C3 Flair + Puretech S/S Auto
Before buying a 2019 Citroen C3 Flair + Puretech S/S Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 3.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (3.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- 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.
- Tyres (1.4% 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.
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 2019 Citroen C3 Flair + Puretech S/S Autos pass their MOT?
94.3% of the 438 2019 Citroen C3 Flair + Puretech S/S Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Citroen C3 Flair + Puretech S/S Auto?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 3.2% of tests, followed by brakes (1.6%).
Does the 2019 C3 Flair + Puretech S/S Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.6% in the 0-30k band to 9.4% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 438 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.