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CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO (2019)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 151 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

95%

Total Tests (2024)

151

Avg Mileage

21,442 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,400

Is the 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO 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/S AUTOs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 151 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 21,442 miles.

How does the 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO compare?

Rank among all 2019 cars235th out of 1,419(top 17%)
Rank among all CITROEN models27th out of 599(top 5%)
vs national average+13% (82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average+5% (90% avg)
vs CITROEN average+16% (79% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO has 21,442 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 AUTO?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2019 model has the lowest at 95%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1200cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,400
Per month£117/mo

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 AUTO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202095%1,17820,605 mi
201995%15121,442 mi

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About the 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO

The 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 151 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 21,442 miles at 5 years old, CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO 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 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO?

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.

Buying a Used 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO

At 5 years old, the CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Alternatives to the 2019 CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO

The CITROEN C3 FLAIR + PURETECH S/S AUTO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: