CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 87 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
87
Avg Mileage
15,681 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2022 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the CITROEN brand average of 79%.
At 2 years old, 97% of CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S As from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 87 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 15,681 miles.
How does the 2022 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A has 15,681 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2022 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A by Year
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About the 2022 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A
The 2022 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 87 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 15,681 miles at 2 years old, CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2022 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A 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 2022 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Alternatives to the 2022 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A
The CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS SHINE + PTCH S/S A is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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