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CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S (2020)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 201 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,405

£117/month

MOT Pass Rate

94%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 5-15

1200cc Petrol

Great Choice

94% pass rate, £1405/year to run. 12 points above average.

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Petrol1200cc6 years old201 tests24k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1200cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200
Total per year£1,405
Per month£117/mo
Per week£27/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

94% MOT pass rate(Excellent)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the CITROEN brand average of 79%.

At 6 years old, 94% of CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/Ss from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 201 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 23,910 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 cars822th of 2,596(top 32%)
Rank among CITROEN models46th of 599(top 8%)
vs national average+12%(82% avg)
vs 2020 cars average+2%(92% avg)
vs CITROEN average+15%(79% avg)

Mileage Analysis

23,910

Average miles

vs

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S has 23,910 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 85%. The 2020 sits between the two at 94%.

CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202185%8119,053 mi
202094%20123,910 mi
201994%32131,257 mi

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About the 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S

The 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 201 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 23,910 miles at 6 years old, CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S Fuel Costs

The modest 1200cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,405 117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S Reliability Trend

Older CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/Ss tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 5 percentage points across model years.

Buying a Used 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S

At 6 years old, the CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 94%.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ORIGINS P-TECH S/S(2020)94%£955£195Grp 5-15£1405
FORD FIESTA(2018)90%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£5
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)92%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582+£177
VAUXHALL CORSA(2018)85%£1137£190Grp 8-20£1732+£327
NISSAN QASHQAI(2018)87%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550+£145

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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