2022 Citroen C4 Shine + Puretech S/S Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,114 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Citroen C4 Shine + Puretech S/S Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and suspension. Its pass rate of 89.8% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.2% | 58 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.7% | 41 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.7% | 30 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 25 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.9% | 10 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.7% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 54 |
| 2 | Washers | 20 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 18 |
| 4 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 14 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 9 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 8 |
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 | 18.4% | 205 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.4% | 105 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.6% | 62 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.4% | 38 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.2% | 25 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 4 |
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 | 816 | 8.9% |
| 30-60k | 278 | 13.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 60 | 10.0% |
| 2025 | 1,053 | 10.3% |
What to check before buying a 2022 C4 Shine + Puretech S/S Auto
Before buying a 2022 Citroen C4 Shine + Puretech S/S Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 5.2% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (5.2% 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 (3.7% 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.
- Suspension (2.7% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
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 2022 Citroen C4 Shine + Puretech S/S Autos pass their MOT?
89.8% of the 1,114 2022 Citroen C4 Shine + Puretech S/S Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Citroen C4 Shine + Puretech S/S Auto?
Visibility, recorded in 5.2% of tests, followed by tyres (3.7%).
Does the 2022 C4 Shine + Puretech S/S Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.9% in the 0-30k band to 13.7% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,114 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.