CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 104 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
104
Avg Mileage
35,915 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2019 CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the CITROEN brand average of 79%.
At 5 years old, 94% of CITROEN C5 AIRCROSSs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 104 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 35,915 miles.
How does the 2019 CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS has 35,915 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2019 CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS 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.
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About the 2019 CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS
The 2019 CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 104 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 25% of all 2019 cars for reliability.
With an average of 35,915 miles at 5 years old, CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2019 CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS 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 C5 AIRCROSS?
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 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2019 CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS
At 5 years old, the CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS 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 C5 AIRCROSS
The CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS 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 (-4%) from 157,746 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2017) 89% pass rate (-5%) from 109,241 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-8%) from 100,176 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2017) 82% pass rate (-12%) from 90,285 tests