CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 199 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
199
Avg Mileage
19,399 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S 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 3 years old, 97% of CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/Ss from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 199 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 19,399 miles.
How does the 2021 CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S has 19,399 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S 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 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S by Year
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About the 2021 CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S
The 2021 CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S is a city car with a 1199cc petrol engine. 199 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 11% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 19,399 miles at 3 years old, CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S Fuel Costs
The modest 1199cc 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 2021 CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S?
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.
Buying a Used 2021 CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.
Alternatives to the 2021 CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S
The CITROEN C3 C-SERIES PURETECH S/S is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-6%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-5%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-9%) from 68,639 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-4%) from 52,321 tests