2019 Citroen C4 Gr Stourer Flair+ Ptch Ss A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 536 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Citroen C4 Gr Stourer Flair+ Ptch Ss A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 88.6% was below the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.6% | 30 |
| 2 | Brakes | 4.3% | 23 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.9% | 21 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.7% | 9 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.6% | 3 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 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 | Brake pads | 26 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 15 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 13 |
| 4 | Washers | 11 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 6 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 5 |
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 | 29.1% | 156 |
| 2 | Brakes | 28.2% | 151 |
| 3 | Other defects | 11.4% | 61 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.7% | 20 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.7% | 9 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.5% | 8 |
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 | 272 | 7.7% |
| 30-60k | 234 | 15.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 129 | 8.5% |
| 2023 | 140 | 15.0% |
| 2024 | 135 | 11.8% |
| 2025 | 131 | 9.9% |
What to check before buying a 2019 C4 Gr Stourer Flair+ Ptch Ss A
Before buying a 2019 Citroen C4 Gr Stourer Flair+ Ptch Ss A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.6% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.6% 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 (4.3% 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 (3.9% 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 2019 Citroen C4 Gr Stourer Flair+ Ptch Ss As pass their MOT?
88.6% of the 536 2019 Citroen C4 Gr Stourer Flair+ Ptch Ss A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Citroen C4 Gr Stourer Flair+ Ptch Ss A?
Tyres, recorded in 5.6% of tests, followed by brakes (4.3%).
Does the 2019 C4 Gr Stourer Flair+ Ptch Ss A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.7% in the 0-30k band to 15.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 536 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.