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CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S AUTO (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 749 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

85%

Total Tests (2024)

749

Avg Mileage

27,040 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,550

Is the 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S AUTO 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, 85% of CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S AUTOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 749 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 27,040 miles.

How does the 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S AUTO compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars3094th out of 3,373(top 92%)
Rank among all CITROEN models199th out of 599(top 33%)
vs national average+3% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-7% (92% avg)
vs CITROEN average+6% (79% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S AUTO has 27,040 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 AUTO cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 1200cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,550
Per month£129/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

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About the 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S AUTO

The 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S AUTO is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 749 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 92% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 27,040 miles at 3 years old, CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S AUTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + 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 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S AUTO?

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 85% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2021 CITROEN C4 SENSE + PURETECH S/S AUTO

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.

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