2019 Citroen C1 Origins — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 554 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Citroen C1 Origins, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.5% | 25 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.0% | 22 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.6% | 20 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.5% | 14 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.5% | 3 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.2% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 16 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 13 |
| 3 | Washers | 10 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 10 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 9 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 9 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 21.8% | 121 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.9% | 88 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.2% | 23 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.4% | 19 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.1% | 17 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 10 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 400 | 6.0% |
| 30-60k | 148 | 12.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 133 | 7.5% |
| 2023 | 140 | 4.3% |
| 2024 | 143 | 10.5% |
| 2025 | 136 | 8.8% |
What to check before buying a 2019 C1 Origins
Before buying a 2019 Citroen C1 Origins, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.5% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (4.0% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (3.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Citroen C1 Originss pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 554 2019 Citroen C1 Origins MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Citroen C1 Origins?
Visibility, recorded in 4.5% of tests, followed by tyres (4.0%).
Does the 2019 C1 Origins get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.0% in the 0-30k band to 12.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 554 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.