CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,365 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
86%
Total Tests (2024)
1,365
Avg Mileage
29,282 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,550
Is the 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the CITROEN brand average of 79%.
At 3 years old, 86% of CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/Ss from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,365 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 29,282 miles.
How does the 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S has 29,282 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + 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 C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S by Year
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About the 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S
The 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 1,365 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 76% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 29,282 miles at 3 years old, CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S 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 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,550 (£129/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 86% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + 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 C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (+5%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (+6%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (+2%) from 68,639 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (+7%) from 52,321 tests