CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES PURETECH S/S (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 86 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
91%
Total Tests (2024)
86
Avg Mileage
15,089 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2022 CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES PURETECH S/S reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the CITROEN brand average of 79%.
At 2 years old, 91% of CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES PURETECH S/Ss from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 86 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 15,089 miles.
How does the 2022 CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES PURETECH S/S compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES PURETECH S/S has 15,089 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES PURETECH S/S?
The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2022 model has the lowest at 91%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.
How much does a 2022 CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES 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 SAINT JAMES PURETECH S/S by Year
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About the 2022 CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES PURETECH S/S
The 2022 CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES PURETECH S/S is a city car with a 1199cc petrol engine. 86 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 80% of 2022 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 15,089 miles at 2 years old, CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES PURETECH S/S owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2022 CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES 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 2022 CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES 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 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Alternatives to the 2022 CITROEN C3 SAINT JAMES PURETECH S/S
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (+2%) from 52,321 tests
- MINI COOPER (2020) 93% pass rate (+2%) from 34,513 tests
- FORD FIESTA (2020) 91% pass rate (same) from 34,173 tests
- AUDI Q2 (2020) 94% pass rate (+3%) from 28,824 tests