CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 83 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
83
Avg Mileage
25,383 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the CITROEN brand average of 79%.
At 5 years old, 95% of CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/Ss from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 83 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 25,383 miles.
How does the 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S has 25,383 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S?
The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 93%. The 2019 sits between the two at 95%.
How much does a 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + 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 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S by Year
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About the 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S
The 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S is a city car with a 1199cc petrol engine. 83 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 17% of all 2019 cars for reliability.
With an average of 25,383 miles at 5 years old, CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + 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 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + 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 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S Reliability Trend
The CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S
At 5 years old, the CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH 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 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 95%. Note: with only 83 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S
The CITROEN C3 FLAIR + 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 (2018) 90% pass rate (-5%) from 157,746 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2017) 89% pass rate (-6%) from 109,241 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-9%) from 100,176 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2017) 82% pass rate (-13%) from 90,285 tests