2022 Citroen C5 Aircross Shine S/S — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 455 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Citroen C5 Aircross Shine S/S, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.6% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.7% | 17 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.8% | 8 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 7 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.1% | 5 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.1% | 5 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 7 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 6 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 6 |
| 4 | Washers | 5 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 3 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 3 |
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 | 19.8% | 90 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.9% | 54 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.9% | 27 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.6% | 12 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.2% | 10 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 3 |
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 | 290 | 6.9% |
| 30-60k | 150 | 10.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 C5 Aircross Shine S/S
Before buying a 2022 Citroen C5 Aircross Shine S/S, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.7% 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 (1.8% 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 (1.5% 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 C5 Aircross Shine S/Ss pass their MOT?
91.6% of the 455 2022 Citroen C5 Aircross Shine S/S MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Citroen C5 Aircross Shine S/S?
Tyres, recorded in 3.7% of tests, followed by brakes (1.8%).
Does the 2022 C5 Aircross Shine S/S get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.9% in the 0-30k band to 10.7% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 455 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.