Citroen C3: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 8.8% of Citroen C3 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2002, 2003 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 9,337 | 19.8% |
| 2003 | 25,719 | 19.3% |
| 2004 | 30,832 | 16.9% |
| 2005 | 36,495 | 15.9% |
| 2008 | 38,683 | 13.9% |
| 2009 | 70,327 | 13.2% |
| 2013 | 87,299 | 6.9% |
| 2016 | 52,888 | 3.4% |
Methodology & source. 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.